Staff Physician Neurologist

Cleveland Clinic Foundation; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UAE is seeking a physician for their Neurological Institute, specializing in neurology. The role involves direct patient care, treatment administration, analysis of medical records, and collaboration with other health professionals. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications including a valid medical license, two to five years of experience based on country of origin, and must demonstrate proficiency in English. Fellowship training in cognitive neurology is mandatory. This position emphasizes a culturally sensitive approach to patient care.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience for Tier 1 country physicians or five years for Tier 2.
• Valid License/Registration to practice in home country.
• Experience in Brain health / cognitive neurology.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and care for patients in Neurology specialty.
• Prescribe and administer treatment for illnesses.
• Analyze patient records and test results for diagnosis.
• Provide culturally sensitive care.

Skills

English proficiency

Cognitive neurology experience

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent

Neurology qualification

Fellowship training in cognitive neurology

Job description

This is a physician position and is responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of illnesses for patients within the Neurological Institute - Neurology specialty at CCAD. This position treats patients directly and/or may make referrals to different members of the health care professional team at CCAD.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitors and provides care to patients at CCAD within the Neurological Institute - Neurology specialty
• Prescribes or administers medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
• Analyzes records, reports and test results to diagnose patients medical condition
• Interacts with patient to gather additional history and information about medical condition
• Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patient
• Provides specific treatments and/or performs operations to treat patient medical conditions, as appropriate
• Evaluates patient and records applicable notes about patients condition for purposes of serving as a record of treatment and/or making a possible referral to another member of the health care medical staff team
• Liaisons with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatment
• Supplies and provides care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner
• Follows ethical and regulatory guidelines
• Takes part in administrative functions that ensure the continued operations of the clinical environment, such as committees, task forces and performance improvement measures
• Provide hospital on-call in patient coverage as deemed necessary
• Adheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Medical Staff

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• For Physicians from Tier 1 countries, not less than two (2) years additional experience post qualification
• For Physicians from Tier 2 countries, not less than five (5) years additional experience post qualification
• Must hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
• Ability to speak and write in English is required
• Experience in Brain health / cognitive neurology is required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & TRAINING

• MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent qualification from an accredited Institution
• Completion of Neurology qualification as per the Recognized Specialty Certificate table listed in Healthcare Professionals Qualification Requirements 2024.
• Completion Fellowship training and experience in Brain health / cognitive neurology is required