Clinical Psychologist - UAEN (Master Degree Only)

Tanqeeb; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb is seeking a Clinical Psychologist in the UAE with a DOH license and a Master’s degree in clinical psychology to conduct diagnostic interviews and provide individual, group and family therapies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of clinical experience, be proficient in English with Arabic language skills desirable, and adhere to international guidelines and ethical standards in patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in clinical psychology from a recognized college or university.
• At least 2 years' experience in clinical psychology.
• Valid DOH license as Clinical Psychologist in UAE; HAAD license to practice in Abu Dhabi.
• Comprehensive knowledge of medical ethics and patient confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of intelligence, achievement, interest and personality tests.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psychiatric interviews and collects data for diagnostic purposes.
• Provides psychotherapy including individual, group and family therapies.
• Offers counseling for couples with marital conflicts.
• Applies behavioral methods and plans therapy frequency, intensity and duration.
• Performs psychometric testing for diagnosis and evaluation.
• Engages in research and educational activities to improve practice.
• Keeps current with advances in psychology to guide patient care.
• Complies with international guidelines, HAAD/Joint Commission norms and safety policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Arabic language desirable

Education

Master's degree in clinical psychology

DOH license as Clinical Psychologist in UAE

Tools

Intelligence tests

Achievement tests

Personality tests

Job description

• Conducts psychiatric interviews and collects data for diagnostic purposes.

• Provides various psychotherapies, including individual, group and family therapies.

• Offers counseling for couples with marital conflicts.

• Uses behavioral methods for the treatment of children and adults and plans the frequency, intensity and duration of therapy.

• Performs psychometric (mental measuring) testing for diagnosis and evaluation of therapy.

• Engages in research and educational activities that will improve methods and techniques for the management of emotionally disturbed patients.

• Keeps current with ideas in the fields of personality development and adjustment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental disorders to assist in the planning of mental health progress.

• Provides advice to community organizations and participates in related psychological and welfare activities.

• Takes after hours or weekend calls as required by specific cases or in emergency situations as requested.

• Performs related duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

• To follow appropriate international guidelines, HAAD regulations and Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients as well as while discharging their professional duties.

• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements.

• Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.

• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.

• Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.

• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies.

• Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.

• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

Desired Candidate Profile

1. Valid DOH License as Clinical Psychologist in UAE

2. Master's degree in clinical psychology from a recognized college or university.

3. At least with 2 years' experience in the field of clinical psychology.

4. Comprehensive knowledge of medical ethics with regard to the obligation to maintain work confidentiality.

5. Working knowledge of intelligence, achievement, interest, personality and other psychological tests and measuring devices.

6. Current licensure in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

7. Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.

8. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients and families