Specialist Physician-Emergency

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City - SSMC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Physician dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. This role involves clinical excellence, patient supervision, and mentorship of junior staff. You'll participate in performance management systems and support quality improvement initiatives. Join a dynamic team that values teamwork, communication, and continuous learning while contributing to the training of UAE nationals. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical settings, particularly in specialized care.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered approaches and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and treats patients while supervising junior medical staff.
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings for patient care planning.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.

Skills

Clinical Excellence

Patient Care

Supervision of Junior Staff

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement Initiatives

Clinical Research

Education

Board Certification

Clinical Experience in Internationally Accredited Institute

Job description

The Specialist Physician shares the same responsibilities as a Consultant Physician in delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. The post holder is expected to exemplify clinical excellence within the division and contribute to the supervision and training of junior medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Supports and adheres to all hospital departmental and divisional initiatives, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and utilization review processes.
• Assists Consultant staff in ensuring adequate medical coverage within the division.
• Attends divisional meetings as invited.
• Supports reporting, investigation, and response to untoward incidents.
• Assumes other administrative or clinical duties as requested by the Consultant Staff.
• Under supervision, diagnoses and treats patients according to established standards of best practice for the specialty.
• Assists in supervising junior medical staff and shares responsibility for patient care.
• Complies with hospital policies regarding admissions, consultations, patient care, procedures, and follow-up practices.
• Leads ward rounds and reassesses patients regularly.
• Documents clinical information clearly and promptly.
• Reviews investigation results and modifies treatment accordingly.
• Liaises with other medical specialties and support services.
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings for patient care planning.
• Prepares patients for procedures and obtains informed consent.
• Accepts referrals from various sources, including emergency and outpatient departments.
• Supports out-of-hours on-call coverage on a rotational basis.
• Communicates with patients and families in a timely manner.
• Maintains positive working relationships and promotes teamwork.
• Performs other clinical duties as assigned.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits.
• Encourages clinical research and publication.
• Supervises and mentors junior medical staff.
• Keeps abreast of current literature and technological advances.
• Complies with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to safety and infection control guidelines.
• Participates in emergency preparedness and ongoing skills development.
• Builds partnerships for integrated patient care.
• Supports the training and development of UAE national staff.

Qualifications

Experience :

• Tier 1 : No experience required post-board certification.
• Tier 2 : Minimum 2 years of clinical experience post-qualification in an internationally accredited institute.
• UAE Nationals : No experience required post-board certification.
• Enrolled in HAAD accredited residency programs : No experience required post-board certification.
• Tier 3 : Minimum 3 years of clinical experience as a Specialist post-qualification in an internationally accredited institute.

Educational Qualification :

• Qualifications from Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3.