Staff Physician, Retina Ophthalmology for Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

JOB SUMMARYThis is a physician position and is responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of illnesses for patients within the Integrated Surgical Institute – Retina Ophthalmology specialty at CCAD. This position treats patients directly and/or may make referrals to different members of the health care professional team at CCAD.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMonitors and provides care to patients at CCAD within the Integrated Surgical Institute - Retina Ophthalmology specialtyPrescribes or administers medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injuryAnalyzes records, reports and test results to diagnose patientss medical conditionInteracts with patient to gather additional history and information about medical conditionExplains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patientProvides specific treatments and/or performs operations to treat patient medical conditionsEvaluates patient and records applicable notes about patient7s condition for purposes of serving as a record of treatment and/or making a possible referral to another member of the health care medical staff teamLiaisons with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatmentPerforms surgical procedures and operations as appropriateSupplies and provides care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive mannerFollows ethical and regulatory guidelinesTakes part in administrative functions that ensure the continued operations of the clinical environment, such as committees, task forces and performance improvement measuresAdheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Medical StaffEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSPhysicians from Tier 1 countries, not less than two (2) years additional experience post qualification. Tier 1 countries are listed in the DOH PQR https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqrMust hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employmentShould meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of health care professionalsAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staffAbility to speak and write in English is requiredAbility to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferredEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSMD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent basic medical degreeCompletion of a recognized specialization in Ophthalmology from Tier 1 Countries - Tier 1 countries are listed in the DOH PQR https://www.doh.gov.ae/en/pqrFellowship or subspecialty training focused on RetinaCleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is located on Al Maryah Island, the heart of Abu Dhabi's new central business district. It shares the island with a hotel, stock exchange, and office buildings. Access to the island is by multiple bridges to the mainland. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a physician-led medical facility, served by Western-trained, North American board-certified (or equivalent) physicians. It offers advanced tertiary medical services and utilizes technologies in surgery, imaging, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.Ownership Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is one of a number of initiatives led by Mubadala Healthcare.Estimated Service Area This strategically located multi-specialty tertiary care facility with adjacent clinic houses five clinic floors, three diagnostic and treatment levels, and thirteen floors of inpatient units totaling 364 beds (expandable to 490). It hosts the latest technologies in surgery, imaging, telemedicine, and electronic medical records, integrating systems across the region.Number of Beds 364 beds (expandable to 490)Community Details Information about Abu Dhabi: Visit Abu Dhabi • Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture AuthorityImportant Any application submitted without a CV will not be considered.Please be advised that all information entered in your application will only be shared with Cleveland Clinic and will not be distributed to third parties.#J-18808-Ljbffr