Summary
SEHA is seeking an Emergency Medicine Specialist for its Abu Dhabi location. The role involves assessing and treating patients, performing relevant procedures, coordinating care with other specialists, and maintaining clinical documentation. The specialist will also contribute to quality improvement and research and supervise junior medical staff, residents, and students. Applicants must be UAE nationals and hold an MBBS or equivalent, postgraduate specialty training, and at least 2–3 years of post-specialization clinical experience; a DOH Abu Dhabi license or eligibility letter is highly preferred. Fluency in English and Arabic is required.
The posting
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Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, take medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate personalized treatment plans for injuries, illnesses, and disorders within the specialty.
- Treatment and Procedures: Prescribe and administer appropriate medication, therapy, or other specialized medical care and perform necessary procedures/surgeries related to the specialty.
- Collaboration and Consultation: Liaise and consult with other medical specialists, departments, and support services to ensure holistic and integrated patient care.
- Documentation: Accurately document all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Quality Improvement and Research: Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and research activities to enhance patient safety and care standards.
- Supervision and Education: Provide instruction, guidance, and supervision to junior medical staff, residents, and students.
- Communication: Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, obtaining informed consent for procedures as required.
- Compliance: Adhere to all hospital departmental and divisional policies, procedures, and DOH regulations, including occupational health and safety guidelines and infection control protocols.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Requirements
- Education: An MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized medical school.
- Post-Graduate Training: Completion of a structured clinical residency or fellowship program in the relevant specialization.
- Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience post-specialization, depending on the DOH tier classification qualifications and specific hospital requirements.
- Licensing:
- DOH License: A valid Department of Health (DOH) Abu Dhabi license or an eligibility letter to practice in Abu Dhabi is highly preferred.
- Valid Registration: Must provide evidence of a current, valid license from the country of last or current practice.
- Good Standing: A current Certificate of Good from the relevant licensing authority.
- Examinations: Successful completion of the DOH licensing exam (may involve an oral assessment depending on the specialty).
- Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous medical education (CME/CPD).
- Language: Fluency in English and Arabic is required, and competence in other languages is often a distinct asset.