Staff Physician, Oculoplastic Surgeon Ophthalmology for Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a qualified Physician specializing in Ophthalmology for its Integrated Surgical Institute. The physician will provide patient care, perform surgeries, and work with a healthcare team to diagnose and treat conditions. Candidates must hold a valid medical license and have relevant experience, including specialization in Ophthalmology. This position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to ethical guidelines, ensuring quality patient care in a dynamic clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid License/Registration to practice in the home country.
• Fellowship in Oculoplastics/Orbit is preferred.
• Two years of experience post-main specialty qualification (Tier 1) or five years (Tier 2).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide care to patients in the Ophthalmology specialty.
• Prescribe medication and perform surgical procedures.
• Analyze records and interact with patients for medical history.

Skills

Patient care

Medical diagnosis

Surgical procedures

Communication skills

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent

Specialization in Ophthalmology

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: 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 Integrated Surgical Institute - Ophthalmology 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 Integrated Surgical Institute - Ophthalmology 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 patient's 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
• Evaluates patient and records applicable notes about patient's 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
• Performs surgical procedures and operations as appropriate
• 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
• Adheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Medical Staff
• Provides supervision and training to residents and students

Experience Requirements

• For Physicians from Tier 1 countries, not less than two (2) years after obtaining main specialty qualification. One (1) year of experience after obtaining sub-specialty qualification.
• For Physicians from Tier 2 countries, not less than five (5) years after obtaining main specialty qualification. Four (4) year of experience after obtaining sub-specialty qualification.
• Fellowship or subspecialty training focused on Oculoplastics/Orbit
• Must hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)

Qualification Requirements

• MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent basic medical degree
• Completion of a recognized specialization in Ophthalmology from countries are listed in the DOH PQR https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqr