Head of Cardiovascular Surgery

Position Title: Head of Cardiovascular Surgery

Activation Date: 23 April, 2025 Announced Date: 23 April, 2025 Expire Date: 07 May, 2025

• Job Location: Kabul
• Nationality: National
• Category: Health Care
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Salary: As per company salary scale
• Vacancy Number: FMIC/HR/539 (Head of Cardiovascular Surgery)
• No. Of Jobs: 1
• City: kabul
• Organization: French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children
• Years of Experience: 10 years of clinical experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role, Demonstrated expertise in managing a department in a hospital setting, Experience with PGME programs and mentorship of Residents/Trainees.
• Contract Duration: Open-ended
• Gender: Male/Female
• Education: Medical Degree from a recognized university, Postgraduate Medical Education in the relevant specialty. Registered with the Afghan Medical Council (AMC),
• Close date: 2025-05-07
  
  

About French Medical Institute For Mothers And Children

Since 2006, the French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) in Kabul, Afghanistan, has served patients from all 34 provinces. Operated through a public-private partnership among the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de L’Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), with management by the Aga Khan University, FMIC delivers world-class medical services and drives healthcare innovation in the region.

FMIC provides specialized consultations, advanced diagnostics (CT, MRI, radiology), surgeries, a 24/7 pharmacy, and state-of-the-art laboratory testing. It has recorded over 2.3 million patient visits and consultations, conducted 6.8 million laboratory tests, and performed 59,000 surgeries, including more than 5,700 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures. As Afghanistan’s first ISO and SafeCare-certified hospital (recertified in 2024), FMIC has pioneered open-heart surgery, advanced diagnostics, and telemedicine, earning the IHF Award in 2021.

With a 176-bed capacity and a highly skilled Afghan medical team, FMIC is committed to advancing healthcare excellence. Through its Patient Welfare Support Programme, it has provided over $57.6 million in subsidized or free care, ensuring equitable access to high-quality treatment for vulnerable populations.

Job Description

Regular Responsibilities:

• Supervise and ensure the delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered care within the department.
• Monitor and improve clinical outcomes, ensuring alignment with ISO and SafeCare Level 5 standards.
• Lead and participate in morbidity and mortality reviews and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and review departmental policies, procedures, pathways, and protocols.
• Manage departmental budgets, staffing, and resource allocation efficiently.
• Oversee scheduling and ensure optimal coverage for patient care and on-call duties.
• Ensure adherence to ISO certification, SafeCare Level 5 requirements, and other accreditation standards i.e. JCIA.
• Regularly monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective and preventive actions where needed.
• Conduct and oversee clinical audits and risk management programs within the department.
• Actively participate in and oversee the PGME program within the department.
• Mentor and support Sr./Medical Officers, Residents, and Trainee fellows in their clinical and academic development.
• Organize Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions, departmental case discussions, and training workshops.
• Promote and participate in research activities to advance medical knowledge and improve patient care.
• Support departmental staff in publishing research papers and presenting at conferences.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient care.
• Represent the department in hospital leadership meetings and contribute to institutional planning.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider hospital community.
  
  

B. Periodic Responsibilities

• Contribute to the hospital’s strategic goals by setting and achieving departmental objectives.
• Identify and address gaps in service delivery and clinical expertise within the department.
• Prepare the department for periodic ISO and SafeCare audits and reviews.
• Update and revise departmental policies to align with national and international healthcare standards.
• Participate in hospital outreach programs, health camps, and awareness campaigns.
• Promote the department’s services to the community through educational initiatives.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Comprehensive understanding of ISO and SafeCare Level 5 standards.
• Familiarity with healthcare accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making abilities.
• Strategic planning and budget management.
• Ability to drive quality improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication (in Pashto, Dari, and English languages) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution and team management.
• Research and academic writing skills.
• Excellent computer skill specially in MS Office Packages.
  
  

Submission Guideline

Dear applicant,

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Please Note

You are allowed to apply only before the closing date.

before submitting your resume, make sure that it has specific details about your qualifications and experience, including the dates.

Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the criteria will be contacted.

If you are not invited for a written test or interview within a four-week period of time, please consider that your application was not considered for this vacancy.

Validated copies of academic certificates/diplomas will be requested only if you are selected.

Best regards,

FMIC HR Team

Submission Email

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