Rheumatology Specialist/Consultant

About Al Jazeera Medical Center

Al Jazeera Medical Center is a leading, multi-specialty healthcare provider in Doha, committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centered care. We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Rheumatology Specialist or Consultant to join our growing team.

Job Description: Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the comprehensive diagnosis, management, and treatment of patients with a broad range of musculoskeletal and systemic autoimmune conditions.

Clinical Care & Diagnostics:

• Conduct comprehensive history taking, physical examinations, and consultations for patients with suspected or confirmed rheumatic diseases.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies (serology, inflammatory markers) and imaging (X-ray, Ultrasound, MRI).
• Perform joint and soft tissue aspirations and injections with ultrasound guidance as appropriate.

Treatment & Management:

• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans, including pharmacological agents, non-pharmacological interventions, and patient education.
• Provide long-term, chronic disease management and monitoring for complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
• Coordinate care with other specialties to ensure multidisciplinary patient management.

Quality & Safety:

• Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date medical records in compliance with Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) and clinic standards.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and continuous medical education (CME).

Education & Mentorship (Consultant Level):

• Mentor and provide clinical guidance to junior medical staff, fellows, and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to patient and family education regarding disease management and self-care.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential Requirements (Specialist/Consultant):

• Education: Medical Degree (MD, MBBS, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification/Specialization:
• Completion of a recognized Residency
• Consultant: Board Certification
• Specialist: Recognized specialty certification/qualification

Experience:

• Consultant: Minimum of 5 years of post-board/post-specialization experience in an accredited hospital or medical center.
• Specialist: Minimum of 3 years of post-specialization experience.
• Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for a valid professional license from the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP). Candidates with Prometric and Dataflow completion are highly preferred.

Desirable Attributes:

• Fluency in both English and Arabic is highly advantageous.
• Experience working within a multi-cultural healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound for diagnostic and interventional purposes.

Job Type: Full-time