Staff Physician, Neurologist

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

Job summary

A leading health care organization in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Physician to join the Neurological Institute. The role involves diagnosing, preventing, and treating illnesses, with responsibilities such as monitoring patients, prescribing therapies, and ensuring quality care. Candidates must possess an MD or equivalent qualification and relevant experience in neurology. A valid medical license is required, along with proficiency in English. This is an excellent opportunity for physicians looking to advance their careers in a prestigious environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country.
• Two years experience for Tier 1 countries, five for Tier 2 countries.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients within the Neurological Institute.
• Prescribe medication and therapies.
• Analyze records and diagnose medical conditions.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnosis

Communication in English

Neurology experience

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent qualification

Fellowship in MS / autoimmune 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 MS / autoimmune neurology

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 in MS / autoimmune neurology with additional training in Neuromuscular medicine , Electromyography and nerve conduction studies is required.