Ophthalmology Consultant (Pediatric & Adult)

Abu Dhabi Health Services Company- SEHA - شركة أبوظبي للخدمات الصحية - صحة; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Consultant Physician specializing in Ophthalmology. The role involves overseeing clinical care, supervising junior staff, and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Ideal candidates will have a medical degree, specialized training, and at least 5 years of experience in ophthalmology. A valid DOH license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of post-specialization experience in Ophthalmology.
• Valid DOH License or eligibility required.
• Experience in JCI-accredited hospitals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of quality evidence-based care.
• Supervise junior medical staff and oversee their clinical activities.
• Participate in performance management systems for peer review.

Skills

Leadership in clinical settings

Patient diagnosis and treatment

Documentation and compliance

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Medical training and supervision

Education

Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent)

Specialization in Ophthalmology

Certification from accredited boards

Job description

Basic Purpose of the Role:

The Consultant Physician is responsible for leading and supervising the delivery of high quality evidence-based care; effectively and efficiently diagnosing, managing and treating all patients placed under the post holder’s care. The Consultant Physician is expected to be an example of clinical excellence within his or her specialty and to provide leadership and training for junior medical staff.

Managerial Task:

• Supports, implements, and follows all hospital, departmental and divisional initiatives, policies and procedures
• Helps lead and implement the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes
• Participates in the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes
• Assists with scheduling and supports the Division Chief in ensuring that adequate medical coverage is provided within the Division at all times
• Attends Divisional meetings as required
• Assists the Division Chief in the recruitment of new medical staff when appropriate
• Assumes other administrative or clinical duties as requested by the Division Chief

Technical Task:

• Diagnoses and treats patients according to established standards of best practice for the post holder’s specialty. The Consultant Physician’s clinical duties include but are not limited to the following:
• Oversees the clinical activities of the junior medical staff and assumes responsibility for the care they provide
• Complies with all established hospital policies regarding admissions, consultations, daily patient care, surgical procedures, discharge protocols, outpatient and follow up practices
• Practices appropriate utilization of the organization’s resources
• Leads ward round; reassesses both inpatients and outpatients on a regular basis, in line with established best practice
• Accurately documents all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in accordance with established procedures
• Regularly reviews results of all investigations and modifies treatment as required
• Liaises with other medical specialties and support services for additional input as required
• Actively participates in multi-disciplinary meetings to help plan effective, safe and holistic care for individual patients
• Ensures preparation of patients for all procedures including obtaining informed consent
• Accepts clinically appropriate referrals from the Emergency Department, primary care, other departments, specialty clinics, walk in patients, and patients referred from other hospitals

SEHA Compliance:

• Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with SEHA facilities policies.
• Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frame

Additional Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) and specialization in Ophthalmology
• American Board, CCT UK, Australian Board, any Western Board, Fellowship or additional certification in Ophthalmology
• Minimum of 5 years of post-specialization experience in Ophthalmology and updated logbook.
• Valid DOH (Department of Health - Abu Dhabi) License or eligibility.
• Experience working within JCI-accredited hospitals is preferred.