Occupational Medicine Specialist, Qatar

Linum Consult; Qatar; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A major organisation in Qatar is urgently seeking an Occupational Medicine Specialist to enhance workplace health and safety. The role includes developing health programs, conducting assessments, and providing expert medical guidance. Candidates should have substantial experience in Occupational Medicine, valid licensure, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 7-8 years’ experience in Occupational Medicine, with at least 5 years in the GCC.
• Valid license to practice in Qatar and completion of specialist evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate occupational health programmes.
• Conduct risk assessments and medical examinations.
• Provide expert medical guidance on employee fitness.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Medical guidance

Health promotion

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Board-certified or master’s in Occupational Health

Job description

Linum Consult’s client is a major organisation in Qatar. They are urgently seeking an Occupational Medicine Specialist to join their team in Doha.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing, implementing, and evaluating occupational health programmes to prevent work-related illnesses and injuries
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments and providing recommendations to management on occupational health matters
• Design and implementing health surveillance programmes to monitor the health status of workers exposed to occupational hazards
• Conducting thorough medical examinations and assessments for employees including pre-employment medical & periodic health checks
• Providing expert medical guidance to management on employee fitness for work, workplace accommodations, and return-to-work strategies
• Developing and implementing health promotion programmes to educate employees on healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention strategies
• Keeping line managers, department heads, and other stakeholders informed about updates, trends, and best practices in Occupational Medicine that may impact on workplace health, safety, and productivity

PROFILE

• 7-8 years’ minimum experience in Occupational Medicine or related field, with at least 5 years’ experience in the GCC region
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree, specialising in Occupational Medicine (Board-certified or master’s degree in Occupational Health and Industrial Medicine)
• Valid license to practice as an Occupational Medicine Specialist in Qatar, including completion of the Qatari evaluation as a specialist, and Data-flow verification for foreign specialists
• Certified in one or more of the following : Certified Occupational Medicine Specialist (COMS), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and / or Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in spoken and written English is essential