Medical Officer- Paediatric Surgery

Job Description

Title: Medical Officer- Paediatric Surgery

Company Name: University of Science and Technology Chittagong (USTC)

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 18 years

Job Location: Chattogram

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

Published: 2026-09-05

Application Deadline: 2026-10-05

Education:

• MBBS degree from a recognized medical college/university.

• Valid registration with the Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council (BMDC).

• Age At least 18 years

• Experience in paediatric surgery, paediatrics, general surgery, emergency care, or hospital practice will be an advantage.

• Sound knowledge of clinical medicine, patient assessment, and basic surgical care.

• Ability to work effectively in a hospital environment and under clinical pressure.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with patients, guardians, colleagues, and hospital staff.·

• Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and prepare medical documentation.

• Willingness to work in shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by hospital duty rosters.

• Professional, compassionate, disciplined, responsible, and patient-focused attitude.

• Candidates with relevant training or practical exposure in paediatric surgery will be preferred.

• Provide medical assessment, clinical care, and follow-up services to paediatric patients under the supervision of the concerned consultants.

• Assist consultants and the surgical team in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of paediatric surgical cases.

• Conduct patient history-taking, physical examinations, and routine clinical assessments.

• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative patient management, including monitoring vital signs and clinical progress.

• Attend to inpatients, outpatients, emergency cases, and ward-related clinical responsibilities as assigned.

• Prepare and maintain accurate patient case sheets, clinical notes, treatment records, discharge summaries, and other medical documentation.

• Monitor patients for changes in clinical condition and promptly report significant findings to the concerned consultant or authority.

• Assist in clinical procedures, dressings, minor procedures, and other duties within the scope of competence and institutional policy.

• Coordinate with nursing staff, diagnostic services, laboratory, pharmacy, and other hospital departments to ensure continuity of patient care.

• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, infection prevention and control measures, patient safety standards, and professional ethics.

• Provide appropriate communication and guidance to patients’ parents or guardians regarding treatment, investigations, and follow-up, as directed by the consultant.

• Participate in departmental meetings, clinical discussions, training, and quality-improvement activities.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and uphold professional conduct at all times.

• Perform any other clinical or departmental responsibilities assigned by the competent authority.