Specialist Rheumatologist NMC Royal Hospital Dubai

Job Detail

Job ID 13354
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 3 Years
Gender Male Female

Job Description

At NMC Royal Hospital in NMC Royal Hospital, DIP, Dubai, UAE, a Specialist Rheumatologist provides patients care related to arthritis and other rheumatic, joint disorders or musculoskeletal diseases. This includes diagnosis, all major and minor disorders in the field of rheumatology, which are within his/her competence. The role holder provides preventive care of patients according to approved procedures as part of an integrated program of curative and preventive services. This is an Intermediate level full time job. And salary can range between 20000-40000 AED/month.

Duties as Specialist Rheumatologist

Provides comprehensive and diligent Rheumatology care to all assigned patients, which are within incumbent’s competence.
Performs professional duties at OPD at which out-patient Rheumatologic care is to be rendered to patients.
Giving rheumatology opinions on inpatients.
Refers patients to other Specialties like Orthopedic for surgeries.
Refers patients to other Health care providers for orthopedic aids (splint, brace, cane, etc.) or corrective surgery, Physiotherapy, etc.
Provides consultation services to physicians and other surgeons and specialists, on in-or out-patient cases if and when required.
Refers to specialists or consults with them on those cases which are beyond his skill or experience.
Adheres to the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of the medical department and assures that work performed is in keeping with the established standards of the Joint Commission on Accreditation of hospitals.
Maintains complete and accurate records of all patients.
Participates in and contributes to in-service activities such as lectures, conferences and rounds. Keeps informed as to current developments in the field of Rheumatology.
Maintains professional quality standards.
Utilizes and monitors to assure the use supporting services (Nursing, Operations Support, Pathology, Radiology) in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of the Department / Medical Director.
Work in all shifts as scheduled by the head of the department.
Monitors clinical and other established indicators to ensure ongoing quality assurance.

General Duties as Specialist Rheumatologist

Strictly adheres to organization’s regulations and policies especially those related to infection control, patient safety, OSH, HAAD, JCI and ISO.
Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and participates and contributes to all the quality assurance activities of the service.
Participates and contributes in scheduled in-service training programs like BLS, CNEs, CMEs, In house activities, conferences or other programs as requested.
Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, associates and Management.
Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.
Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
Carries out other duties when requested by the Head of department.
Familiarize themselves and comply with all EHS and Infection Control policies, standards and procedures that are relevant for their workplace.
Work in accordance with the documented environment, health and safety procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities defined in individual procedures and instructions.
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems and follow safe working procedures
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
Not willfully or recklessly endanger anyone’s health and safety. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of persons and the environment that may be affected by the employee’s acts or omissions at the workplace.
Assist with the preparation of risk assessments. Attend applicable departmental safety training and follow OSH policies and procedures.
Take reasonable care of their own health and safety and the environment.
Cooperate with their employer with respect to any action taken by the employer to comply with OSH requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Following is the eligibility criteria for the role of Specialist Rheumatologist at NMC Royal Hospital:

Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency.
Certification by the American Board of Rheumatology Medicine or Member of the Royal College of Rheumatology (or its equivalent).
At least three (3) years of practice limited to Rheumatology since certification with two (2) or more years as a licensed specialist.
Current licensure in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice as a Rheumatology Specialist in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Job Skills

Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.
Must be highly skilled in the particular field of practice, with mature clinical judgment and ability to provide professional leadership.
Must have a thorough knowledge of Department policies and procedures with particular reference to the obligation to maintain the confidentiality of his/her work.
Personality which inspires confidence and trust in his patients; and adhere to Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Organization.
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients and families.

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