Title Clinical Psychologist

Mediclinic Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic City Hospital in Dubai seeks a Clinical Psychologist to provide high‑quality psychological services in line with professional standards and UAE regulations. The role requires conducting assessments, selecting appropriate measures, and developing evidence‑based treatment plans across modalities such as CBT, ACT and DBT.

You will work within MDTs, contribute to clinical records, and maintain patient confidentiality while supporting culturally sensitive, patient‑centred care in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university.
• Certification in CBT, psychometrics, or similar specialized therapeutic approaches.
• Ongoing professional development in advanced clinical methods or neuropsychological assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed psychological assessments with standardized tools and clinical interviews.
• Formulate referral questions and select appropriate psychometric measures.
• Analyse data to form clinical impressions and diagnoses.
• Prepare structured psychological reports for clinical teams and stakeholders.
• Develop action plans and individualized treatment using evidence-based therapies.
• Deliver psychotherapy across modalities (e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT, brief therapy).
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions; ensure confidentiality and ethical practice.

Skills

Personality tests

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s in Psychology

Postgraduate in Clinical Psychology

CBT certification

Job description

Closing Date

Number of positions: 1

Recruiter name: Ruba Hijah

Reference number: 71770

Mediclinic City Hospital | Dubai | United Arab Emirates

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide clinical psychology services in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Conducts detailed psychological assessments using standardized tools and clinical interviews
• Formulates referral questions and selects appropriate psychometric measures.
• Analyses data to formulate clinical impressions and diagnoses.
• Prepares structured psychological reports for clinical teams and stakeholders.
• Develops action plans based on evaluation outcomes.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans using evidence-based psychotherapies.
• Delivers psychotherapy across modalities (e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT, brief therapy).
• Continuously monitors progress and adjusts interventions accordingly
• Ensures cultural sensitivity and patient-centered care in all interventions
• Facilitates group therapy, family sessions, and psychoeducation where appropriate
• Collaborate with fertility specialists and genetic counsellors to ensure consistent and empathetic delivery of difficult information. (Applicable to IVF only)
• Support patients in understanding implications of adverse findings, including risk communication
• Participates in MDT meetings and case discussions to support integrated care
• Provides consultative input to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals
• Refers patients to other services when clinically indicated
• Recognizes own professional limitations and seeks guidance when required
• Supports organizational policies and legal frameworks in decision-making
• Maintains clear, accurate, and timely clinical records in line with legal and institutional standards
• Ensures confidentiality and compliance with regulatory policies
• Records relevant coding and documentation for insurance and billing
• Reports irregularities or record-keeping discrepancies
• Participates in internal audits and quality assurance activities
• Demonstrates commitment to ethical practice and client welfare
• Identifies and resolves ethical dilemmas in a timely, principled manner
• Maintains professional boundaries and respects client autonomy

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and postgraduate degree in Clinical Psychology (Master’s or Doctorate) from an accredited university Certification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychometrics, or similar specialized therapeutic approaches. Continuing professional development in advanced clinical methods or neuropsychological assessment

Required Experience

Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in psychological assessment and intervention. Experience in delivering psychotherapy across different modalities and patient demographics. Experience in a hospital or multidisciplinary clinical setting is highly desirable. Exposure to multicultural or UAE-based healthcare environments preferred

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Personality, interest and other psychological tests and measuring methodologies
• UAE healthcare regulatory framework and related requirements

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program.