Summary
Taiba Hospital is seeking a clinical psychologist for its weight, metabolic and digestive health services in Sabah Al Salem, Kuwait. The role includes clinical and pre-bariatric assessments, individualized behavioral treatment plans, therapy for patients with chronic conditions, and coordination with multidisciplinary care teams. Applicants need a bachelor's and master's degree in clinical psychology from a university approved by Kuwait's Ministry of Higher Education, at least 3 years of relevant post-master's experience, and hospital or clinical experience. The role also requires accurate clinical documentation and familiarity with EMR systems and JCI standards.
The posting
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Your Impact
100% of patients receive evidence-based psychological and behavioral assessments
100% of pre-treatment evaluations completed for bariatric and weight management programs
Seamless integration of behavioral interventions into multidisciplinary care plans
Active contribution to clinical pathway implementation, audits, and quality initiatives
What you will do
Patient Assessment: Conduct clinical, cognitive, psychosocial, and pre-bariatric surgery evaluations for metabolic and digestive health patients.
Behavioral Interventions: Develop individualized psychological treatment plans targeting emotional eating, stress management, and sustainable lifestyle modifications.
Chronic Condition Support: Provide evidence-based therapy for patients managing obesity, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, IBS, IBD, and stress-related gastrointestinal symptoms.
Care Coordination: Partner with endocrinologists, gastroenterologists, bariatric surgeons, and dietitians to deliver unified, multidisciplinary care.
Documentation & Quality: Maintain accurate clinical data in compliance with JCI standards, hospital regulations, and safety protocols.
How success is measured
Improved patient adherence to dietary, exercise, and medical treatment regimens
High-quality, timely pre-surgical psychological clearances and behavioral monitoring
Accurate, compliant, and complete clinical documentation
Strong clinical engagement within the multidisciplinary teams
Consistent contribution to service optimization, quality audits, and patient safety
You will thrive here if you have…
Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology from an accredited university approved by the Ministry of Higher Education in Kuwait
A minimum of 3 years' experience post-Master's treating psychological patients in weight, metabolic, and digestive health
Prior experience working in a hospital or clinical setting
Strong skills in cognitive behavioral strategies, emotional strength, and diplomatic care delivery
Ability to assume greater clinical responsibility calmly within a fast-paced hospital environment
Proficiency in EMR systems, hospital database navigation, and clinical resource optimization
Competencies we value
Communication – Articulates clinical insights and listens attentively, building trusted relationships
Customer Focus – Places the patient's needs and well-being at the center of every decision
Continuous Learning – Stays current with evidence-based psychological practice and shares that expertise
Values & Ethics – Earns the trust of patients and colleagues through consistent honesty, discretion, and professionalism
Teamwork – Works fluidly across specialties and allied teams around shared patient goals