Staff Physician, Ophthalmologist Cornea For Cleveland Clinic AbuDhabi

Cleveland Clinic Foundation; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinic in the UAE is seeking a skilled physician specializing in Ophthalmology (Cornea). The role involves treating patients directly, performing surgical procedures, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure quality care. Ideal candidates will possess a recognized medical degree and a Cornea Fellowship, with experience in patient care and medical evaluations.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of recognized specialty qualification and fellowship.
• Physicians from Tier 1 countries: 2 years post main specialty qualification.
• Physicians from Tier 2 countries: 5 years post main specialty qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provides care and treatment for patients in Ophthalmology division.
• Monitors and analyzes patient records and test results.
• Performs surgical procedures as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Knowledge

Communication

Education

MMD, MBBS, MBChB or DO

Fellowship in Cornea

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 Ophthalmology division CORNEA 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 Ophthalmology division
Prescribes or administers medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
Analyses 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

MMD, MBBS, MBChB or DO (only if the specialization is obtained from one of the following: American Board of Medical Specialties or Certificates
of Specializations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) or equivalent qualification from an accredited Institution
and completion of specialty qualification and fellowship as per the Recognized Specialty Certificate table listed in DOH Healthcare Professionals Qualification
Requirements 2022.
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
Must Hold Cornea Fellowship
Must hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country
Should meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)
Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred