Summary
NMC Healthcare is hiring a Psychologist for its Al Ain location. The role involves psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions for adults, adolescents, and children, as well as collaboration with rehabilitation teams and clinical documentation. Applicants must meet DOH PQR requirements for a Clinical Psychology license, hold a valid DOH license and BLS provider certificate, and have at least two years of post-certification experience. The title specifies UAEN; additional CBT and cognitive rehabilitation experience and three or more years of clinical experience are preferred.
The posting
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- Conduct comprehensive age-appropriate psychological assessments for adults and pediatric patients, covering cognitive, emotional, behavioral, personality, and adaptive functioning.
- Perform detailed diagnostic evaluations using standardized, validated psychological tools appropriate to developmental level, cultural context, and clinical presentation.
- Identify patients requiring advanced or specialized psychological assessment and coordinate referrals to appropriate licensed professionals when necessary.
- Provide evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, family therapy, play therapy, behavior therapy) tailored to the needs of adults, adolescents, and children.
- Conduct individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy as clinically indicated.
- Deliver health and behavior interventions to support coping, adjustment, emotional regulation, and adherence to medical rehabilitation programs.
- Identify and report any signs of clinical deterioration, neglect, or safeguarding concerns in accordance with organizational and DOH policies and procedures.
- Maintain strong therapeutic boundaries and ensure safe, ethical practice with both adults and children, respecting cultural and developmental needs.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation planning, ensuring psychology goals contribute to overall patient recovery and quality of life.
- Participate actively in clinical and rehabilitation ward rounds, MDT meetings, and case conferences to support integrated, patient-centred care.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers to optimize rehabilitation outcomes.
- Provide psychological guidance to team members regarding behavioral strategies, communication approaches, and cognitive-emotional considerations.
- Accurately document all clinical encounters, assessments, and treatment plans in a timely manner, adhering to DOH, JCI, and facility guidelines.
- Communicate clinical findings and progress updates to patients, families, and relevant team members (with appropriate consent), ensuring clarity, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.
- Review results of investigations and adjust treatment plans accordingly to ensure timely and appropriate care.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive age-appropriate psychological assessments for adults and pediatric patients, covering cognitive, emotional, behavioral, personality, and adaptive functioning.
Perform detailed diagnostic evaluations using standardized, validated psychological tools appropriate to developmental level, cultural context, and clinical presentation.
Identify patients requiring advanced or specialized psychological assessment and coordinate referrals to appropriate licensed professionals when necessary.
Provide evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, family therapy, play therapy, behavior therapy) tailored to the needs of adults, adolescents, and children.
Conduct individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy as clinically indicated.
Deliver health and behavior interventions to support coping, adjustment, emotional regulation, and adherence to medical rehabilitation programs.
Identify and report any signs of clinical deterioration, neglect, or safeguarding concerns in accordance with organizational and DOH policies and procedures.
Maintain strong therapeutic boundaries and ensure safe, ethical practice with both adults and children, respecting cultural and developmental needs.
Participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation planning, ensuring psychology goals contribute to overall patient recovery and quality of life.
Participate actively in clinical and rehabilitation ward rounds, MDT meetings, and case conferences to support integrated, patient-centred care.
Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and caregivers to optimize rehabilitation outcomes.
Provide psychological guidance to team members regarding behavioral strategies, communication approaches, and cognitive-emotional considerations.
Accurately document all clinical encounters, assessments, and treatment plans in a timely manner, adhering to DOH, JCI, and facility guidelines.
Communicate clinical findings and progress updates to patients, families, and relevant team members (with appropriate consent), ensuring clarity, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.
Review results of investigations and adjust treatment plans accordingly to ensure timely and appropriate care.
Qualifications
8. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
PREFERRED
Education
- Education that meets DOH PQR which leads for a License in Clincal Psychology.
- Additional CBT and Cognitive Rehablitaion experience.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as, post certification in related field.
- 3 Years + Clinical Experiece
Certification and Licensure
- Valid DOH License
- Valid BLS provider certificate
Job Specific Knowledge and Skills
Expertise psychological assessment and interventions
Health Behavior Assessment and Intervention (HBAI) services, Falimy therapy, Group therapy