Consultant Palliative Care (UK, CCT / American Board) - Abu Dhabi

Consultant Palliative Care (UK, CCT / American Board) - Abu Dhabi

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Position: Consultant Palliative Care - Abu Dhabi

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Palliative Care to join our client's team in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will play a critical role in providing high quality, compassionate and patient centered end of life care to individuals in Abu Dhabi and surrounding areas.

As a Consultant in Palliative Care, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating the care of patients with life threatening and life limiting illnesses. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and chaplains, to develop and implement comprehensive palliative care plans that address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of each patient.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical, psychological and spiritual needs to determine the appropriate palliative care plan
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, using evidence based practices
• Provide expert consultation to other healthcare professionals on the management of complex cases and facilitate communication among team members
• Prioritize and manage a caseload of patients, while ensuring timely and effective communication with patients and their families
• Educate patients and families on palliative care options, treatment goals, and disease management strategies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of palliative care services
• Actively participate in palliative care conferences and meetings to share knowledge and promote best practices
• Collaborate with community resources and hospice agencies to ensure continuity of care for patients transitioning to end of life care
• Keep accurate and up to date patient records and documentation in compliance with professional and departmental policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Board certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in palliative care, preferably in a hospital or hospice setting
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and ability to collaborate effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the cultural sensitivities and healthcare practices in Abu Dhabi
• Candidates must have a Western education/training

As our ideal candidate, you are compassionate and empathetic and have a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients with life threatening illnesses. You are committed to providing holistic and patient centered care and continuously strive for excellence in your practice.

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families, we invite you to join our dynamic team at Allocation Assist Middle East. Apply and be a part of our mission to provide quality end of life care to those in need.

Seniority level

Mid Senior level

Employment type

Full time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Human Resources Services