Staff Physician, Radiation Oncology for Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic Foundation; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious healthcare institution in the United Arab Emirates seeks a physician specializing in Radiation Oncology. The role involves diagnosing and treating patients, performing procedures, and managing a healthcare team. Candidates must have an MD or equivalent degree, with at least two years of experience post-qualification from a Tier 1 country. Effective communication in English is essential, while proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience post qualification from a Tier 1 country.
• Valid medical practice license in home country.
• Maintenance of Certification requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients within the Cancer Institute - Radiation Oncology specialty.
• Prescribe and administer treatment to patients.
• Analyze medical records and test results.
• Perform surgeries as necessary.
• Liaise with healthcare team members for patient care.

Skills

Ability to manage a healthcare team

Effective communication

Culturally sensitive care

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Arabic

Education

MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent basic medical 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