Urwah Admin

NMC Health plc

<div><div><ul><li><p>To attend to the customer clarifications with regard to billing.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the patients with request forms are immediately attended.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the patients are duly informed about the estimated cost of the investigations before generating the bill.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the bills are generated as per the prescribed tariffs and bill mode.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the due authorizations are available for the credit, free, discounts, refunds, staff, cancelled and pending bills.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To be responsible for any short / excess/ non billing.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the signature of the patients are obtained in the refund slips in case of refunds.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that the collections are duly remitted along with the summary and internal receipts for the same are obtained.
 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To be responsible for the proper maintenance of the records.
 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>To ensure that no cheques are received without due authorizations from the billing Manager.
 </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Any other responsibility as deemed fit from time to time by the Management.</p></li></ul></div></div><p></p>
<br><div><div><ul><li>To attend to the customer clarifications with regard to billing.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the patients with request forms are immediately attended.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the patients are duly informed about the estimated cost of the investigations before generating the bill.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the bills are generated as per the prescribed tariffs and bill mode.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the due authorizations are available for the credit, free, discounts, refunds, staff, cancelled and pending bills.
</li></ul><ul><li>To be responsible for any short / excess/ non billing.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the signature of the patients are obtained in the refund slips in case of refunds.
</li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that the collections are duly remitted along with the summary and internal receipts for the same are obtained.
 </li></ul><ul><li>To be responsible for the proper maintenance of the records.
 </li></ul><ul><li>To ensure that no cheques are received without due authorizations from the billing Manager.
 </li></ul><ul><li>Any other responsibility as deemed fit from time to time by the Management.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Qualification: Plus two.
</li><li>Experience: Can be trained.
</li><li>Skill set: Active and good inter personal skills.
</li><li>Excellent command of oral and written English; Arabic desirable but not mandatory.</li></ul></div>

Cashier - UAEN

<div><ul><li><p>The incumbent checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9/ ICD10-CM/CPT/HCPCS/DRG/Other codes for diagnoses and procedures for documented information. Assures the final diagnoses and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete.
</p></li><li><p>Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
</p></li><li><p>Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Computes and gives the correct DRG coding all inpatients cases.
</p></li><li><p>Providing training and guiding other coders / Medical Records Technicians in coding, updating them with new coding rules and regulations as and when it is necessary.
</p></li><li><p>Analyzes doctors&rsquo; documentation to assure the appropriate Evaluation &amp; Management (E &amp; M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code.
</p></li><li><p>Ensures coding is as per DOH guidelines and regulations.
</p></li><li><p>Provides feedback to Doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
</p></li><li><p>Constantly updates to the latest coding versions and DOH coding directives.
</p></li><li><p>Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
</p></li><li><p>Performs any other jobs or duties assigned by the HOD from time to time within the scope of job title.</p></li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li><p>The incumbent checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9/ ICD10-CM/CPT/HCPCS/DRG/Other codes for diagnoses and procedures for documented information. Assures the final diagnoses and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete.
</p></li><li><p>Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
</p></li><li><p>Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Computes and gives the correct DRG coding all inpatients cases.
</p></li><li><p>Providing training and guiding other coders / Medical Records Technicians in coding, updating them with new coding rules and regulations as and when it is necessary.
</p></li><li><p>Analyzes doctors&rsquo; documentation to assure the appropriate Evaluation &amp; Management (E &amp; M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code.
</p></li><li><p>Ensures coding is as per DOH guidelines and regulations.
</p></li><li><p>Provides feedback to Doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
</p></li><li><p>Constantly updates to the latest coding versions and DOH coding directives.
</p></li><li><p>Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
</p></li><li><p>Performs any other jobs or duties assigned by the HOD from time to time within the scope of job title.</p></li></ul></div>
<br><div><div><ul><li><div>A graduate of Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Allied Health Sciences or related areas with at least two (2) years of coding experience with valid Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification from American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from<br>
</div><p></p><p>American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).
</p><div><ul><li><div>Computer Literacy, MS Office.
</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>Excellent command of oral and written English.
</div></li></ul><ul><li><div>Performance Criteria:<br>
</div></li></ul></div></li></ul></div><div></div><ul><li><div>Achievement of Core objectives in line with the expectations of the Management and stakeholders
</div></li><li><div>Ability to work constructively and interact professionally with others
</div></li><li><div>Ability to coordinate multiple task, adjust to changing priorities and work within deadlines.
</div></li></ul><p>Ability to attend to meetings outside of normal business hours</p></div>

OP Medical Coder

<div><ul><li><p>Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse / Registered Midwife, contribute to the overall planning and delivery of nursing/midwifery care for patients ensuring a patient cantered approach to care.
</p></li><li><p>Under the direction of the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, assist in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan e.g. distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs.
</p></li><li><p>Maintain a high standard of nursing/midwifery care for patients, working within evidence-based guidelines and unit specific competencies.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrate service excellence and act as a patient advocate to support the patients&rsquo; dignity and rights at all times.
</p></li><li><p>Ensure the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife is informed of vital sign observations and care provided for patients and document appropriately.
</p></li><li><p>Observe and report changes in the patient&rsquo;s condition and reactions to different aspects of care to a Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife immediately.
</p></li><li><p>Respond to emergencies according to the organization&rsquo;s policies and procedures
</p></li><li><p>Facilitate post discharge clinic visits and/or tests as required including scheduling follow-up and referral appointments
</p></li><li><p>Help arrange patient transportation as required.
</p></li><li><p>Maintain flow of documents for scanning if needed.
</p></li><li><p>Provide direct patient care according to the therapeutic plan and individual patient needs as directed by the patient care plan under supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Provide appropriate information to assist the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, in the preparation and maintenance of an effective patient care plan.
</p></li><li><p>Record in the patient&rsquo;s official record a detailed report of care given which reflects the therapeutic plan and specific aspects of the patient care plan under direction of Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Reinforce instructions given to the patient by the physician and Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, and refers new needs for instruction to the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Initiate emergency assistance as per policies and procedures and perform Basic Life Support as per regulatory requirements and scope.
</p></li><li><p>Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, and within the scope of practice
</p></li><li><p>Ask questions when in doubt for clarification by the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Escalate to and seek expert advice from colleagues when unable to or not competent to undertake required care.
</p></li><li><p>Assist in carrying out business continuity plans by maintaining essential nursing tasks during emergencies, support nursing teams in ensuring patient safety and care, and help uphold the operational flow under challenging conditions.
</p></li></ul><p>Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li><p>Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse / Registered Midwife, contribute to the overall planning and delivery of nursing/midwifery care for patients ensuring a patient cantered approach to care.
</p></li><li><p>Under the direction of the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, assist in the activities of daily living for patients in accordance with the patient care plan e.g. distribution of patient meals and assisting patients with hygiene needs.
</p></li><li><p>Maintain a high standard of nursing/midwifery care for patients, working within evidence-based guidelines and unit specific competencies.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrate service excellence and act as a patient advocate to support the patients&rsquo; dignity and rights at all times.
</p></li><li><p>Ensure the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife is informed of vital sign observations and care provided for patients and document appropriately.
</p></li><li><p>Observe and report changes in the patient&rsquo;s condition and reactions to different aspects of care to a Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife immediately.
</p></li><li><p>Respond to emergencies according to the organization&rsquo;s policies and procedures
</p></li><li><p>Facilitate post discharge clinic visits and/or tests as required including scheduling follow-up and referral appointments
</p></li><li><p>Help arrange patient transportation as required.
</p></li><li><p>Maintain flow of documents for scanning if needed.
</p></li><li><p>Provide direct patient care according to the therapeutic plan and individual patient needs as directed by the patient care plan under supervision of a Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Provide appropriate information to assist the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, in the preparation and maintenance of an effective patient care plan.
</p></li><li><p>Record in the patient&rsquo;s official record a detailed report of care given which reflects the therapeutic plan and specific aspects of the patient care plan under direction of Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Reinforce instructions given to the patient by the physician and Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, and refers new needs for instruction to the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Initiate emergency assistance as per policies and procedures and perform Basic Life Support as per regulatory requirements and scope.
</p></li><li><p>Perform other duties as assigned by the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife, and within the scope of practice
</p></li><li><p>Ask questions when in doubt for clarification by the Registered Nurse/ Registered Midwife.
</p></li><li><p>Escalate to and seek expert advice from colleagues when unable to or not competent to undertake required care.
</p></li><li><p>Assist in carrying out business continuity plans by maintaining essential nursing tasks during emergencies, support nursing teams in ensuring patient safety and care, and help uphold the operational flow under challenging conditions.
</p></li></ul><p>Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement</p></div>
<br><div><p><div><div><div><div><p><b>Minimum Qualification &amp; Experiences<br>
</b></p></div></div><br>
<div><div><p><b>Essential: </b><i>the post holder must
</i></p><ul><li><p>Holds a Diploma/Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution in their home country.
</p></li><li><p>Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, including recent assignment in ICU, Critical Care, long-term care unit, or equivalent experience within Homecare settings in the same cluster.
</p></li><li><p>Have an appropriate license to work as an assistant nurse/assistant midwife in the relevant regulatory health authority with all the qualification and experience these mandates.
</p></li><li><p>Manage their own professional re-licensure.
</p></li><li><p>Hold a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support Provider card.
</p></li><li><p>Be willing to work across departments when necessary
</p></li><li><p>Be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English (spoken and written)
</p></li></ul><p><b>DESIRABLE: The post holder </b><b><i>should have </i></b><b>:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Evidenced ability to work as part of an inter-professional team
</p></li><li><p>Organizational and administrative skills with which to use the electronic medical record platform for clinical documentation
</p></li><li><p>Be able to communicate effectively in Arabic</p></li></ul></div></div></div></div></p></div>

Assistant Nurse

<div><div><ul><li><p>The incumbent checks and sequences the most accurate ICD-9-CM/CPT/HCPCS/DRG/Other codes for diagnoses and procedures for documented information. Assures the final diagnoses and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete.
</p><div><ul><li><p>Prepare daily&amp; monthly coding audit reports.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Abstracts all necessary information from health records to identify secondary complications and co-morbid conditions.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures that the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ensures coding is as per DOH guidelines and regulations.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Provides feedback to Doctors regarding coding errors or oversights.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Constantly updates to the latest coding versions and DOH coding directives.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Maintain inter and interdepartmental communication for the smooth functioning of the department.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Strictly adheres to organization&rsquo;s regulations and policies especially those related to infection control, patient safety, OSHMS, DOH, JCI and ISO.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and participates and contributes to all the quality assurance activities of the service.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Participates and contributes in scheduled in-service training programs, In house activities, conferences or other programs as requested.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Carries out other duties when requested by the Head of department.</p></li></ul></div></li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><ul><li><p>Reviews and sequences accurate <b>ICD-9-CM, CPT, HCPCS, DRG </b>, and other applicable codes for diagnoses and procedures based on documented clinical information.
</p></li><li><p>Ensures final diagnoses and operative procedures documented by physicians are <b>valid, complete, and compliant </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Prepares <b>daily and monthly coding audit reports </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Abstracts required information from health records to identify <b>secondary complications and co-morbid conditions </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Evaluates medical records for <b>documentation consistency, adequacy, and accuracy </b>, ensuring diagnoses reflect the care and treatment provided.
</p></li><li><p>Ensures coding compliance with <b>DOH guidelines and regulatory requirements </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Provides <b>constructive feedback to physicians </b>regarding coding errors or documentation gaps.
</p></li><li><p>Stays updated with the <b>latest coding standards, revisions, and DOH directives </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Maintains effective <b>intra- and inter-departmental communication </b>to support smooth departmental operations.
</p></li><li><p>Adheres strictly to organizational policies, including <b>infection control, patient safety, OSHMS, DOH, JCI, and ISO standards </b>.
</p></li><li><p>Supports <b>Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) </b>initiatives and actively participates in quality assurance activities.
</p></li><li><p>Participates in <b>in-service training programs, in-house activities, conferences </b>, and other assigned programs.
</p></li><li><p>Maintains <b>patient and organizational confidentiality </b>as per signed agreements.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrates effective <b>listening and communication skills </b>to promote collaboration.
</p></li><li><p>Develops a thorough understanding of hospital <b>policies and procedures </b>and demonstrates compliance.
</p></li><li><p>Performs <b>additional duties </b>as assigned by the Head of Department.</p></li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li><p>Graduate in <b>Allied Health Sciences </b>or a related field
</p></li><li><p><b>Certified Coding Associate (CCA) </b>certification from the <b>American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
</b></p></li></ul><p><b>Experience
</b></p><ul><li><p>Minimum of <b>two (2) years </b>of professional coding experience
</p></li></ul><p><b>Skills
</b></p><ul><li><p>Strong <b>computer literacy
</b></p></li><li><p>Excellent <b>oral and written communication skills in English</b></p></li></ul></div>

IP Medical Coder

<div><div>Check outpatient prescriptions to make sure there are no errors and that they're
<br>
appropriate and safe for the individual patient.
<br>
<ul><li>Reviews prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to assure
</li></ul>accuracy and determines formulas and ingredients needed.
<br>
<ul><li>Monitor all posting onto the patient profiles in order that accuracy, drug allergies, drug
</li></ul>interactions, duplicate therapy, rational drug therapy and incompatibilities may be
<br>
realized and better patient care is provided.
<br>
<ul><li>Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
</li></ul>reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
<br>
<ul><li>Provide information to physicians, nurses, patients and other healthcare professionals
</li></ul>on the appropriate use of medications, drug interactions, side effects, dosage and
<br>
storage.
<br>
<ul><li>Assist in teaching programs (departmental, medical, nursing, community).
</li><li>Ensure the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work
</li></ul>areas.
<br>
<ul><li>Understand that there are dosage variations between newborn, pediatric, adult and
</li></ul>geriatric patients and know where to find appropriate information.
<br>
<ul><li>Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses
</li></ul>psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their
<br>
families.
<br>
<ul><li>Assist the Chief of Pharmaceutical Services on special assignments.
</li><li>Assist the Chief of Pharmaceutical Services with responsibilities in accordance with the
</li></ul>organization&rsquo;s mission, policy and any applicable laws.
<br>
<ul><li>Demonstrate ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as dosage
</li></ul>calculations, formulation of pharmaceutical preparations and data analysis.
<br>
<ul><li>Demonstrate ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal
</li></ul>with several abstract variables.
<br>
<ul><li>Answer questions about medicines from within the hospital, other hospitals and the
</li></ul>general public.
<br>
<ul><li>Follow insurance companies&rsquo; policies and procedures.
</li></ul>CONTROLLED DOCUMENT
<br>
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
<br>
Human Resources Department Job description form
<br>
Effective 01/02/2022 version 1 P a g e | 3
<br>
<ul><li>Follow MOH rules and regulations.
</li><li>Monitor the nearing expiry / expired items in order to dispose them according to the
</li></ul>policy.
<br>
<ul><li>Responsible for completion of third-party insurance forms and other paperwork.
</li><li>24 hours coverage duty to cover emergency department needs of urgent medicines.
</li><li>Assure the accuracy of every prescription processed.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div>Check outpatient prescriptions to make sure there are no errors and that they're
<br>
appropriate and safe for the individual patient.
<br>
<ul><li>Reviews prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to assure
</li></ul>accuracy and determines formulas and ingredients needed.
<br>
<ul><li>Monitor all posting onto the patient profiles in order that accuracy, drug allergies, drug
</li></ul>interactions, duplicate therapy, rational drug therapy and incompatibilities may be
<br>
realized and better patient care is provided.
<br>
<ul><li>Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
</li></ul>reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
<br>
<ul><li>Provide information to physicians, nurses, patients and other healthcare professionals
</li></ul>on the appropriate use of medications, drug interactions, side effects, dosage and
<br>
storage.
<br>
<ul><li>Assist in teaching programs (departmental, medical, nursing, community).
</li><li>Ensure the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work
</li></ul>areas.
<br>
<ul><li>Understand that there are dosage variations between newborn, pediatric, adult and
</li></ul>geriatric patients and know where to find appropriate information.
<br>
<ul><li>Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses
</li></ul>psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their
<br>
families.
<br>
<ul><li>Assist the Chief of Pharmaceutical Services on special assignments.
</li><li>Assist the Chief of Pharmaceutical Services with responsibilities in accordance with the
</li></ul>organization&rsquo;s mission, policy and any applicable laws.
<br>
<ul><li>Demonstrate ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as dosage
</li></ul>calculations, formulation of pharmaceutical preparations and data analysis.
<br>
<ul><li>Demonstrate ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions and deal
</li></ul>with several abstract variables.
<br>
<ul><li>Answer questions about medicines from within the hospital, other hospitals and the
</li></ul>general public.
<br>
<ul><li>Follow insurance companies&rsquo; policies and procedures.
</li></ul>CONTROLLED DOCUMENT
<br>
NMC Royal Hospital Sharjah
<br>
Human Resources Department Job description form
<br>
Effective 01/02/2022 version 1 P a g e | 3
<br>
<ul><li>Follow MOH rules and regulations.
</li><li>Monitor the nearing expiry / expired items in order to dispose them according to the
</li></ul>policy.
<br>
<ul><li>Responsible for completion of third-party insurance forms and other paperwork.
</li><li>24 hours coverage duty to cover emergency department needs of urgent medicines.
</li><li>Assure the accuracy of every prescription processed.</li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div>Qualification Bachelor Degree of Pharmacy or equivalent
<br>
Experience
<br>
Two years as a Pharmacist or relevant clinical experience or an
<br>
equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
<br>
(experience not required for graduate inside UAE)
<br>
Knowledge /
<br>
Technical Skills
<br>
<ul><li>Ability to demonstrate an excellent knowledge in pharmacy field.
</li><li>Excellent communication skills with good command in writing and
</li></ul>speaking in English and knowledge in Arabic preferred.
<br>
<ul><li>Follow specific instructions with high degree of accuracy.
</li><li>Excellent computer skills.</li></ul></div></div>

Pharmacist

<div><p>Responsible for various basic clerical duties. Work closely with clinic staff and help them in performing their duties</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li><p>Opening and Closing of the clinic.
 </p></li><li><p>Monitoring the use of equipment and supplies within the office
</p></li><li><p>Maintain cleanliness of office equipment and furniture
</p></li><li><p>Making and serving tea/ coffee to guests and staff
 </p></li><li><p>Prepare stationary for all internal departments of the clinic
 </p></li><li><p>Change printer cartridges o Assist in meeting rooms to set up projector and laptop
</p></li><li><p>Filing documents as per the clinic requirement
 </p></li><li><p>Collecting and distributing couriers/parcels among employees
</p></li><li><p>Laminating and binding documents as per the requests
 </p></li><li><p>Helping the receptionist, secretaries, or other administrative assistants in performing their duties o Be vigilant to manage any situation.
</p></li><li><p>Be good to all staff and patients
</p></li><li><p>Lab Sample collection: As part of your job as an Office boy you are assigned to support Laboratory by doing the following:
</p></li><li><p>Collect the blood sample box from the driver along with the register book, who brings the sample from our other centers
</p></li><li><p>Diligently bring it to the lab without any damage to the sample box.
</p></li><li><p>You should not shake the sample box while walking up to the lab.
 </p></li><li><p>Ensure the sample box is in good condition while collecting it from the driver.
</p></li><li><p>Hand over it to the concerned Technician in the lab and his/her signature in the register book.</p></li></ul></div>
<br><div><div>&middot; High School Diploma or equivalent .<br>
</div><div></div><ul><li><div>Preferred: Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
</div></li></ul><p>Language Skills:
</p><ul><li><p>Ability to speak and understand the local language.
</p></li><li><p>Basic English communication is helpful (especially in clinics with diverse staff/patients).</p></li></ul></div>

Office Assistant

<div><p><b>Performs clinical tests in anyone of or a combination of areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of the laboratory activity. Maybe assigned to or receiving supervision from laboratory in charge</b></p></div>
<br><div><div><p><b>Specific Responsibilities for this Role
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Plan and direct research and development, when appropriate.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Performing the work, which is assigned, ensuring that it meets all standards as required by ISO 15189:2022/EIAC Standards/JCI/regulatory bodies (DOH/DHA/MOH where applicable)
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Performs biological, haematological, chemical, or physical analysis and determinations at the direction of professional staff.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Performs physical, bacteriological, chemical, or serological tests on a variety of samples including blood, sputum, urine, water and tissues at the direction of professional staff.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Operates and maintains sophisticated instruments and equipment used in the division, can properly maintain, operate and shut down such instruments. Maintains competence in Laboratory Information System that is crucial to the quality operations of the laboratory and patient care.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Operates and maintains scientific instruments, including, but not limited to pH meters, spectrophotometers, electrophoresis apparatuses, chromatography apparatuses, immunoassay analysers, cell counters, analytical balances, and autoclaves.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Prepares chemical reagents and biological media according to formulae; assumes responsibility for accuracy in the preparation and standardization of solutions. Follows required aseptic techniques in dispensing base media.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Prepares slides and makes microscopic observations.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Collects blood specimens and analyses them for sugar, sedimentation rate, type, bacteria cultures, and bacteria identification.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Performs such blood counts as red cell, haemoglobin, differential, platelet, retics, and sickle cell.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Makes complete urinalyses, including qualitative and quantitative sugar, specific gravity and albumin.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Carries out biochemical analyses and determinations such as liver function, thyroid function, blood sugars, renal function, and cardiac function at the direction of professional staff.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Performs biochemical tests and analyses using electrophoresis or chromatography.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Prepare tissue for microscopic examination by pathologists.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Should participate in QC/QI for area of specialty and Lab indicators. Should not report patient results unless quality control data are within accepted parameters. Should be able to recognize out of control values, takes corrective action, and notify others of changes.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Should maintain a positive working relationship with the medical staff and hospital personnel and use positive interpersonal skills to support the lab&rsquo;s customers. Should use clear and concise verbal and written communication with staff and the public.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Acts independently on supervisor&rsquo;s direction and accepts responsibility of the adopted policy and procedures of the hospital and the laboratory.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Responsible for accurately completing records and reports. Should follow laboratory policy for data retrieval, record keeping, and specimen identification procedures.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Shares call duty and work different shifts as required.<br>
</b></div></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>General Responsibilities
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Work in all shifts as scheduled by the Laboratory Director.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Strictly adheres to organization&rsquo;s regulations and policies especially those related to infection control, patient safety, OSHAD, DOH, DHA, MOH, JCI and ISO.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and participates and contributes to all the quality assurance activities of the service.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Participates and contributes to scheduled in-service training programs.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, associates and Management
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Carries out other duties when requested by the Laboratory Director<br>
</b></div></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Occupational Safety and health and infection control Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Familiarize themselves and comply with all OSH and Infection Control policies, standards and procedures that are relevant for their workplace.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Work in accordance with the documented occupational, safety and health procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities defined in individual procedures and instructions.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems and follow safe working procedures.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Not wilfully or recklessly endanger anyone's health and safety. Take reasonable care for the health and safety of persons that may be affected by the employee&rsquo;s acts or omissions at the workplace.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Assist with the preparation of risk assessments.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Attend applicable departmental safety training and follow OSHMS policies and procedures.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Take reasonable care of their own health and safety.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Cooperate with their employer with respect to any action taken by the employer to comply with OSHMS requirements.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Identify, label and maintain hazardous materials, MSDS and its current inventory.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Proper collection, Storage and disposal of needle, sharps and hazardous materials as per NMCSH Waste management policy
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Ensure the safe use of all laboratory equipment such as BSC, Microtome, Stainer, autoclave, centrifuge as per manufacturer instruction.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Must be familiar with the concept of hazard and biohazardous materials, safe handling of biohazardous materials present in the working section.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Must be familiar with ergonomic, sharps and biological hazards in work area and how to handle them.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Should be familiar with MSDS to determine health hazards, and routes of exposures for chemicals.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Know the CODE Brown policy and other applicable laboratory policies and procedures.<br>
</b></div></li></ul></div><p></p><div><p><b>Prevention and Control of Infection (PCI):
</b></p></div><div><ul><li><div><b>PCI is everyone&rsquo;s responsibility. All staff are required to read and implement the NMC PCI Policy and Strategy to always maintain the highest possible standards of cleanliness, thus reducing the risk of infection in patients, staff and visitors.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>The strictest hand hygiene, 5 moments of hand hygiene, bare below the elbows and environmental care, will be expected of all staff, including the post holder, always</b></div></li></ul></div></div>
<br><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Graduate of an accredited course in diploma or certificate as a Laboratory Technician from an accredited program or equivalent of not less than 2 years duration
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Not less than two (2) years of Medical Laboratory experience.
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Currently licensed in country of origin and with DOH/DHA/MOH license to practice in UAE
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Fluent in spoken &amp; written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential
</b></div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div><b>Ability to learn and handle automation &amp; IT programs is desirable but not essential</b></div></li></ul></div></div>

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