Staff Physician, Radiation Oncology

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical facility in Abu Dhabi is seeking a physician to work in Radiation Oncology. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients, collaborating with healthcare teams, and adhering to medical guidelines. Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, hold a medical license, and possess strong communication skills in English, with Arabic preferred. This position offers a chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of post-qualification experience in Tier 1 countries.
• Valid License/Registration to practice in the home or last employment country.
• Maintenance of Certification requirements if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in the Cancer Institute – Radiation Oncology.
• Prescribe medications and specialized medical care.
• Diagnose patient’s medical conditions through analysis.

Skills

Team management

Patient interaction

Cultural sensitivity

Effective communication in English

Effective communication in Arabic

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent degree

Specialization in Radiation Oncology

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 Cancer Institute – Radiation Oncology 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 Cancer Institute – Radiation Oncology 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

Experience Requirements

• Physicians from Tier 1 countries, not less than two (2) years additional experience post qualification, Tier 1 countries are listed in the DOH PQR https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqr
• Must hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
• Should meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of health care professionals
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff
• Ability to speak and write in English is required
• Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred

Education Requirements

• MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent basic medical degree
• Completion of a recognized specialization in Radiation Oncology from Tier 1 Countries - Tier 1 countries are listed in the DOH PQR https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqr

About Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is located on Al Maryah Island, the heart of Abu Dhabi's new central business district. It shares the island with a hotel, stock exchange, and office buildings. Access to the island is by multiple bridges to the mainland. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a physician-led medical facility, served by Western-trained, North American board-certified (or equivalent) physicians. The hospital offers advanced tertiary medical services with a comprehensive range of specialties and subspecialties, designed to cater to the healthcare needs of Abu Dhabi and the region.

Ownership

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is one of a number of initiatives led by Mubadala Healthcare.

Estimated Service Area

This strategically located multi-specialty tertiary care facility with adjacent clinic houses five clinic floors, three diagnostic and treatment levels, and thirteen floors of critical and acute inpatient units totaling 364 beds (expandable to 490). The facility hosts modern imaging, surgical, telemedicine, and electronic medical records capabilities.

Number of Beds

364 beds (expandable to 490)

Community Details

Information about Abu Dhabi: Visit Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority

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