Specialist General Surgery (Breast Surgeon)

NMC Healthcare; Sharjah; On-site; AED 293,793 - 440,690; Full time

Job summary

NMC Healthcare in Sharjah is seeking a Specialist General Surgeon to provide comprehensive surgical services, including pre- and post-operative care, and consultations for various cases. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, hold relevant certifications, and maintain adherence to JCI standards.

This role involves performing surgeries, managing outpatient and hospitalized patients, and collaborating with other medical professionals. We promote diversity and commitment to equal opportunity in our workplace.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency.
• At least three (3) years of experience in general surgery.
• Excellent command of oral and written English; knowledge of Arabic is desirable.
• Current licensure in country of origin and with DHA license to practice in Dubai, UAE.

Responsibilities

• Performs management functions as a general surgeon for all patient cases.
• Provides surgical care in the OPD for out‑patient surgical cases.
• Orders diagnostic studies and prescribes applicable therapy.
• Assumes after‑hours responsibilities for assigned surgical cases.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Surgical expertise

Interpersonal skills

Education

Medical degree with internship and residency

Certification by the American Board of Surgical Medicine or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Incumbent is a Specialist General Surgeon who provides services to patients in OPD, attends emergencies, operates on those that need surgery, and also manages the pre‑ and post‑operative care of patients under his/her care. The types of cases are strictly as per the hospital privileging. The incumbent provides preventive care of patients according to approved procedures as part of the integrated program to meet JCI standards. He/she is responsible for attending ambulatory and hospitalized surgical patients of all degrees of complexity within the area of competence and expertise; additionally providing surgical care of a more specialized nature within the clinical privileges approved by the Credentials and Privileges Committee. The chief is informed of unusual problems or actions taken regarding unusual cases. The incumbent provides consultations at the request of other staff.

Responsibilities

1. Performs all management functions and duties of a general surgeon and provides expert medical care for ambulatory and hospitalized patients, including pre‑ and post‑operative cases and procedures within his/her competence.
2. Provides surgical care in the OPD for out‑patient surgical cases as needed.
3. Provides consultation services to physicians, surgeons and other specialists as required.
4. Assumes after‑hours responsibilities for assigned surgical cases and makes daily rounds for hospitalized patients.
5. Orders diagnostic laboratory studies and X‑ray examinations, determines the diagnosis and prescribes applicable therapy.
6. Determines the eligibility of patients for admission.
7. Adheres to the by‑laws, rules and regulations of the Medical Department and assures that work performed is in keeping with the established standards of the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Hospitals.
8. Consults with anesthesiologist on the choice of anesthesia to be used.
9. Participates in and contributes to in‑service activities such as lectures, conferences and rounds.
10. Participates in Quality Assurance activities of the Service (morbidity and mortality reviews, peer review activities, etc.).
11. Participates in hospital committee functions as assigned.
12. Performs other duties as assigned by the head of the department.

Qualifications

1. Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency; certification by the American Board of Surgical Medicine or Member of the Royal College of Surgeons (or its equivalent).
2. At least three (3) years of experience in general surgery.
3. Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.
4. Must be highly skilled in the particular field of practice, with mature clinical judgment and ability to provide professional leadership. Thorough knowledge of Surgical Department policies and procedures with particular reference to maintaining confidentiality of his work; personality that inspires confidence and trust in patients; adherence to by‑laws, rules and regulations of the Medical Organization.
5. Current licensure in country of origin and with DHA license to practice general surgery in Dubai, UAE.
6. Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co‑workers, superiors, patients and families.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.