Rheumatology Consultant

Job Summary

The Consultant Physician holds a senior position responsible for providing exemplary, comprehensive, and evidence-based medical care within their designated specialty. The role requires leadership in clinical governance, the supervision and training of junior medical staff, and active participation in quality improvement initiatives. The consultant ensures the highest standard of patient care for both inpatient and outpatient services, participates in on-call rotations, and guarantees strict adherence to all Department of Health regulations and SEHA Hospital policies in Abu Dhabi, UAE .

Key Responsibilitie

• sClinical Excellenc e: Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating all patients within the post holder's specialty
• .Patient Car e: Conduct patient examinations, take detailed medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications and therapies, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. This includes leading ward rounds and managing both inpatient and outpatient cases
• .Supervision and Trainin g: Oversee the clinical activities of junior medical staff (specialists, GP’s and Residents), and actively participate in their instruction, guidance, and supervision
• .Multidisciplinary Collaboratio n: Liaise with other medical specialties and support services and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure holistic patient care
• .On-Call Coverag e: Participate in and ensure the provision of out-of-hours (on-call) coverage on a rotational basis, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays
• .Documentation and Complianc e: Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion. Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and patient safety standards
• .Quality Improvemen t: Participate in clinical audits, performance management systems (including peer review), and proactive risk management to foster continuous improvement in patient outcomes
• .Communicatio n: Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, ensuring informed consent is obtained for procedures

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Qualifications and Requiremen

• tsEducati on: An MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized medical school, followed by the successful completion of a structured specialty training program (e.g., North American/European Board Certification, Fellowship of a Royal College, or equivalent qualification from a DOH-approved 'Tier 1' or 'Tier 2' country). A postgraduate qualification such as MD, MS, or DNB is generally require
• d.Experien ce: A minimum of 3-7 years of post-specialty clinical experience, depending on the qualification and tier level, in a recognized multidisciplinary setting. Experience gaps of more than two years require specific DOH approval or a return-to-practice progra
• m.Licensi ng: Eligibility of or a valid DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi) license to practice in Abu Dhabi is a mandatory legal requirement. The process involve
• s:Primary Source Verification (PS V): Mandatory verification of all educational and professional documents through the Data Flow Grou
• p.DOH Ex am: Successful completion of the DOH license exam unless exempted based on Tier 1 qualifications/experienc
• e.Good Standing Certifica te: A valid certificate from the current/previous licensing authorit
• y.Skil ls: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous medical education (CME/CPD
• ).Langua ge: Fluency in English and Arabic is required, and competence in other languages is often a distinct asse

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