Consultant Ophthalmology

SEHA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SEHA in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled physician to lead and contribute across patient care, assessments, and treatment planning within the specialty. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations, order tests, and develop personalized care plans for injuries, illnesses, and disorders.

Collaborate with other specialists, document thoroughly, participate in quality improvement and research, supervise junior staff, and communicate clearly with patients and families while adhering to DOH regulations

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, take medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate personalized treatment plans for injuries, illnesses, and disorders within the specialty.
• Treatment and Procedures: Prescribe and administer appropriate medication, therapy, or other specialized medical care and perform necessary procedures/surgeries related to the specialty.
• Collaboration and Consultation: Liaise and consult with other medical specialists, departments, and support services to ensure holistic and integrated patient care.
• Documentation: Accurately document all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Quality Improvement and Research: Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and research activities to enhance patient safety and care standards.
• Supervision and Education: Provide instruction, guidance, and supervision to junior medical staff, residents, and students.
• Communication: Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, obtaining informed consent for procedures as required.
• Compliance: Adhere to all hospital departmental and divisional policies, procedures, and DOH regulations, including occupational health and safety guidelines and infection control protocols.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care:Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, take medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate personalized treatment plans for injuries, illnesses, and disorders within the specialty.
• Treatment and Procedures:Prescribe and administer appropriate medication, therapy, or other specialized medical care and perform necessary procedures/surgeries related to the specialty.
• Collaboration and Consultation:Liaise and consult with other medical specialists, departments, and support services to ensure holistic and integrated patient care.
• Documentation:Accurately document all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Quality Improvement and Research:Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and research activities to enhance patient safety and care standards.
• Supervision and Education:Provide instruction, guidance, and supervision to junior medical staff, residents, and students.
• Communication:Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, obtaining informed consent for procedures as required.
• Compliance:Adhere to all hospital departmental and divisional policies, procedures, and DOH regulations, including occupational health and safety guidelines and infection control protocols.