Specialist Physician-Rheumatology & Immunology

Role Overview

Specialist Physician – Rheumatology & Immunology at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC).

Role Purpose

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care in Rheumatology & Immunology while exemplifying clinical excellence within the Division and contributing to the supervision and training of junior medical staff.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment

• Diagnose and treat patients according to established standards of best practice for the specialty under the supervision of the Consultant Physician.
• Lead ward rounds and reassess both inpatients and outpatients on a regular basis in line with established best practice.
• Accept clinically appropriate referrals from the Emergency Department, primary care, other departments, specialty clinics, walk-in patients, and patients referred from other hospitals.
• Ensure preparation of patients for all procedures including obtaining informed consent.
• Regularly review results of all investigations and modify treatment as required.

Patient and Family Communication

• Communicate clinical information to patients and the patient's family and friends (with consent of the patient) in a timely manner.
• Accurately document all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in accordance with established procedures.

Supervision and Collaboration

• Assist the Consultant Physician in supervising the activities of junior medical staff and jointly assume responsibility for the care they provide.
• Liaise with other medical specialties and support services for additional input as required.
• Actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to help plan effective, safe and holistic care for individual patients.

Administrative and Operational

• Support and participate in the organization's performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes.
• Assist with Consultant staff in ensuring that adequate medical coverage is provided within the Division at all times.
• Attend Divisional meetings as invited.
• Assume other administrative or clinical duties as requested by the Consultant Staff.
• Practice appropriate utilization of the organization's resources.
• Participate in and support the Consultant Physician in ensuring the provision of out-of-hours (on call) coverage on a rotational basis including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays as required.
• Maintain a good working relationship with members of staff and promote collaboration and a team-based approach to patient care.

Quality Improvement and Professional Development

• Support the reporting, investigation and response to untoward incidents.
• Help support quality improvement initiatives within the Division.
• Support a culture of regular audit and encourage the use of audit results for improving clinical practice.
• Promote and participate in clinical research and publication.
• Keep abreast of current relevant literature and latest trends and technologies in the industry.
• Recognize the necessity of continuously developing skills and acquiring additional knowledge appropriate to the position.
• Promote and assist in the instruction, guidance and supervision of junior medical staff.

Compliance and Hospital Policy

• Support and adhere to all hospital departmental and divisional initiatives, policies and procedures.
• Comply with all hospital policies regarding admissions, consultations, daily patient care, surgical procedures, discharge protocols, outpatient and follow-up practices.
• Complete and maintain regulatory requirements including licensure, certification and other mandatory training within established time frames.
• Maintain confidentiality with regard to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of the role in accordance with facility policy.
• Adhere to requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and infection control guidelines.
• Understand and adhere to emergency preparedness plans and policies.
• Comply with any regulations related to mentoring, training and development of UAE nationals staff.
• Dress appropriately to meet the expectations of the specific work area and in alignment with Occupational Health and Safety policies.

Strategic Partnerships

• Build key partnerships within the organization for pursuing client-centered, comprehensive, integrated systems of care.
• Maintain positive and effective working relationships within the department/division and with other departments/sections within the facility.

Qualifications & Experience

• Current national license or equivalent.

Candidates must meet one of the following tiers

Tier 1: No additional experience required post board certification.

Tier 2: Not less than 2 years of clinical experience post qualification in an internationally accredited institute.

Tier 3: Not less than 3 years clinical experience as Specialist post qualification in an internationally accredited institute.

Special Provisions for UAE Nationals: No additional experience required post board certification.

Special Provisions for UAE Nationals and Non-UAE Nationals Enrolled in HAAD Accredited Residency Programs: No experience required post board certification.

Additional Information

• Perform other clinical duties as assigned.
• On-call coverage required on a rotational basis including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.