Jobs in Qatar

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