The Health & Population Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced medical vacancies for the position of Cardiologist across government healthcare facilities under the landmark Chief Minister Punjab Initiatives for Hospitals of Lahore. Candidates are inducted under an attractive Special Pay Package to enhance cardiac emergency services, diagnostic angiography, and comprehensive inpatient coronary care across Lahore metropolitan healthcare centers.
Role Overview and Responsibilities
Appointed cardiologists will spearhead cardiac diagnostics and clinical management in secondary and tertiary hospital units. Primary clinical responsibilities encompass interpreting electrocardiograms, echocardiograms, stress testing, coronary care unit (CCU) management, emergency resuscitation protocols, and managing acute myocardial infarctions. Specialists are expected to provide clinical consultations, guide junior medical staff, and collaborate closely with emergency departments.
Candidate Profile and Eligibility Nuances
Candidates must possess an MBBS degree recognized by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) supplemented by an FCPS, MD, MRCP (Cardiology), or equivalent Level-III postgraduate specialty diploma in Cardiology. A valid, active PMDC registration is mandatory. Both male and female medical specialists with demonstrated clinical acumen in tertiary hospital setups are encouraged to apply. Applicable provincial recruitment quotas are observed strictly in line with government policies.
Nature of Appointment and Terms
This appointment is offered on a contract basis under the Government of Punjab Special Pay Package tailored for specialized medical consultants. The contract tenure is facility-specific and subject to performance benchmarks without conferring any legal claim toward permanent civil service regularization.
How to Apply
Interested specialists must submit their applications electronically through the dedicated Punjab Health recruitment portal at https://hspp.pshealthpunjab.gov.pk. Candidates must select the vacant post and facility of choice and upload verified academic transcripts, postgraduate certificates, experience credentials, and PMDC certificates prior to the closing deadline on 11 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Important Instructions
- Hard copies and postal dossiers will not be accepted; only online submissions via the portal are evaluated.
- Department reserves the right to increase or decrease the advertised vacancy count.
- No TA/DA will be disbursed to candidates appearing for clinical interviews.