Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmology

We are currently looking for a Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmology for one of the leading Healthcare facilities in the UAE - Al Ain location.

• Supports, implements, and follows all hospital, departmental and divisional initiatives, policies and procedures 
  


• Helps lead and implement the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes 
  


• Participates in the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes 
  


• Assists with scheduling and supports the Division Chief in ensuring that adequate medical coverage is provided within the Division at all times 
  


• Attends Divisional meetings as required 
  


• Assists the Division Chief in the recruitment of new medical staff when appropriate 
  


• Assumes other administrative or clinical duties as requested by the Division Chief 
  

Technical Task: 

• Diagnoses and treats patients according to established standards of best practice for the post holder’s specialty.   The Consultant Physician’s clinical duties include but are not limited to the following: 
  


• Oversees the clinical activities of the junior medical staff and is assumes responsibility for the care they provide 
  


• Complies with all established hospital polices regarding admissions, consultations, daily patient care, surgical procedures, discharge protocols, outpatient and follow up practices 
  


• Practices appropriate utilization of the organization’s resources 
  


• Leads ward round; reassesses both inpatients and outpatients on a regular basis, in line with established best practice 
  


• Accurately documents all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in accordance with established procedures 
  


• Regularly reviews results of all investigations and modifies treatment as required 
  


• Liaises with other medical specialties and support services for additional input as required
  


• Actively participates in multi-disciplinary meetings to help plan effective, safe and holistic care for individual patients 
  


• Ensures preparation of patients for all procedures including obtaining informed consent 
  


• Accepts clinically appropriate referrals from the Emergency Department, primary care, other departments, specialty clinics, walk in patients, and patients referred from other hospitals
  

Requirements

Qualifications:-

Current national license or equivalent 

Certified proof of yearly CME 

Additional Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) and specialization in Pediatric Ophthalmology.
  


• American Board, CCT UK, Australian Board, any Western Board, Fellowship or additional certification in Pediatric Ophthalmology:
  


• Minimum of 5 years of post-specialization experience in Pediatric Ophthalmology:
  


• Valid DOH (Department of Health - Abu Dhabi) License or eligibility.
  


• Experience working within JCI-accredited hospitals is preferred.
  

 WORK LOCATION - AL AIN.