Specialist Histopathology NMC Royal Hospital Abu Dhabi

A Specialist Histopathology at NMC Royal Hospital studies nature, cause, and development of diseases, and structural and functional changes caused by them. He / she makes diagnoses from body tissue, fluids, secretions, and other specimens, and studies presence and stage of disease, utilizing laboratory procedures.  The role holder acts as consultant to other medical practitioners.

Responsibilities of Specialist Histopathology

• Perform the professional duties of a specialist histopathologic in accordance with the delineation of privileges as recommended by the credential committee.
• Examines surgical specimens. All tissues removed at surgery are examined and a written report rendered. This duty includes consultation when needed with the Surgeon during the course of the surgery, either with, or without, frozen section examination.
• Examines cytology smears. All abnormal cytology specimens are examined and reported.
• Examines and reports bone marrow specimens.
• Assists Chief Pathologist with details of selection of test procedures and quality control measures and their interpretation.
• Performing and maintain the quality control procedures required as per the standards of the JCIA requirements.
• Analysis, interpretation and reporting of the histopathology specimens, cytopathology specimens and other laboratory tests in accordance with professional standards and guidelines of the health regulatory authorities such as HAAD.
• Implementation of Laboratory safety protocols to provide a safe work environment for all the laboratory staff as well as for the patients.
• Providing 24 hours services of the laboratory and blood transfusion facility for emergency patients in the hospital.
• Participating in in-house CME programs as well as CME programs in other hospitals for Continued Professional Development to maintain the professional standards required for the practice of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

General Duties as Specialist Histopathology

• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information and regarding administrative matters of a confidential nature.
• Evidences dependability in carrying out the commitments and obligations of the position.
• Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Head of the Department.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements.
• Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.
• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

Eligiblity Criteria

Following is the selection criteria for the position of Specialist Histopathology at NMC Royal Hospital:

• Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency.
• Post graduate degree (MD-Pathology) and International Fellowship from the College of American Pathologist (or its equivalent).
• At least three (3) years of experience the management of all types of laboratory test & techniques in all type & ages of patients.
• Current licensure in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Knowledge & 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.
• He / she must have a thorough knowledge of Medical Department policies and procedures with particular reference to the obligation to maintain the confidentiality of his 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 & families.

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