Consultant Cardiology - PL

NMC Healthcare; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dubai seeks a qualified Cardiologist to diagnose and treat heart diseases. Responsibilities include patient evaluations, inpatient care, and emergency coverage. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience, board certification, and the necessary licensure to practice in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Graduation from medical school, followed by one year of internship and three years of residency.
• At least three years as a cardiologist, with two years as a licensed specialist.
• Excellent command of English; knowledge of Arabic is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments and evaluations for patients with cardiovascular diseases.
• Provides care to in-patients and covers emergencies on-call.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduation from an approved medical school

Certification by the American Board of Cardiology or equivalent

DOH/DHA/MOH license to practice

Job description

Diagnoses and treats diseases of heart and its functions: Examines patient for symptoms indicative of heart disorders, using medical instruments and equipment. Studies diagnostic images and electrocardiograph recordings to aid in making diagnoses. Prescribes medications, and recommends dietary and activity program, as indicated. Refers patient to either an interventional cardiologist or to a Surgeon specializing in cardiac cases when need for corrective surgery is indicated.

Responsibilities

• Performs the professional duties of an internist in adherence to the Delineation of Privileges depending on the efficiency and skills of the particular individual.
• To conduct assessment & re-assessment for all patients in the OPD, on admission, and prior to any procedure.
• To perform his duties in the Cardiology outpatient clinic evaluating patients with cardiovascular disease.
• To provide care to In-patients admitted under his / her care.
• Provides on-call emergency coverage for Cardiology Emergencies.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information and regarding administrative matters of a confidential nature.
• Evidences dependability in carrying out the commitments and obligations of the position.
• Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.
• Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of the Department.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency; certification by the American Board of Cardiology or Member of the Royal College of Physicians (or its equivalent).
• At least three (3) years of practice as a cardiologist with two (2) or more years as a licensed specialist.
• Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.
• Current licensure in country of origin and with DOH/DHA/MOH license as a cardiologist to practice in Dubai, UAE.
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families.