Specialist Ophthalmology

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

: * Performs the professional duties of an ophthalmologist.
  • Performs complete eye examination, assessment, determines and/or implements the course of treatment.
  • Discusses with the patient and/or his family the eye findings, management, expected result of treatment and possible complications.
  • Follows patients through their illness at appropriately spaced intervals.
  • Receives the results of lab and X-ray tests, ensures that patient is notified of the results and appropriate treatment and follow up is initiated.
  • Documents and records the eye findings, treatment and the discussions with the patient and/or family in the inpatient and/or outpatient medical records.
  • Completes patient and other medical records promptly and accurately, indicating diagnosis, treatment, course of action.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of patients\' medical records.
  • Performs elective and emergency surgery as expected within the scope of the general ophthalmologist.
  • Takes on-call coverage of emergency and urgent cases during the daytime and during the night, as per the On-Call Schedule.
  • Performs special procedures on an out-patient basis, i.e., excision of pterygium, incision and drainage of chalazion, etc.
  • Incumbent is qualified in the application of both Yag and Argon laser therapy, as expected in the scope of a general ophthalmologist.
  • Is available for consultation with other physicians and specialists when requested.
  • Consults with other physicians and specialists when necessary.
  • Refers patients to the appropriate physician if/when necessary.
  • Participates in group conferences requiring the viewpoint and opinions of the specialty regarding difficult medical cases.
  • Attends staff meetings and weekly rounds and participates in in-service activities as required, i.e., Morbidity & Mortality conferences, Peer Reviews, etc.
  • Participates in quality improvement programs as required.
  • Consults with Health of Ophthalmology on major complicated ophthalmology problems.
  • Follows organization\'s medical regulations and policies.
  • Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures.
  • Performs other miscellaneous related duties as requested by the Head of the Department.
  • To follow appropriate international guidelines, DHA regulations & Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients as well as while discharging their professional duties.
Responsibilities: * Performs the professional duties of an ophthalmologist.
  • Performs complete eye examination, assessment, determines and/or implements the course of treatment.
  • Discusses with the patient and/or his family the eye findings, management, expected result of treatment and possible complications.
  • Follows patients through their illness at appropriately spaced intervals.
  • Receives the results of lab and X-ray tests, ensures that patient is notified of the results and appropriate treatment and follow up is initiated.
  • Documents and records the eye findings, treatment and the discussions with the patient and/or family in the inpatient and/or outpatient medical records.
  • Completes patient and other medical records promptly and accurately, indicating diagnosis, treatment, course of action.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality of patients\' medical records.
  • Performs elective and emergency surgery as expected within the scope of the general ophthalmologist.
  • Takes on-call coverage of emergency and urgent cases during the daytime and during the night, as per the On-Call Schedule.
  • Performs special procedures on an out-patient basis, i.e., excision of pterygium, incision and drainage of chalazion, etc.
  • Incumbent is qualified in the application of both Yag and Argon laser therapy, as expected in the scope of a general ophthalmologist.
  • Is available for consultation with other physicians and specialists when requested.
  • Consults with other physicians and specialists when necessary.
  • Refers patients to the appropriate physician if/when necessary.
  • Participates in group conferences requiring the viewpoint and opinions of the specialty regarding difficult medical cases.
  • Attends staff meetings and weekly rounds and participates in in-service activities as required, i.e., Morbidity & Mortality conferences, Peer Reviews, etc.
  • Participates in quality improvement programs as required.
  • Consults with Health of Ophthalmology on major complicated ophthalmology problems.
  • Follows organization\'s medical regulations and policies.
  • Maintains current knowledge of policies and procedures.
  • Performs other miscellaneous related duties as requested by the Head of the Department.
  • To follow appropriate international guidelines, DHA regulations & Joint Commission International norms while treating or managing patients as well as while discharging their professional duties.
Qualifications: * Graduate of approved Medical School; plus internship with certification or equivalent by the American Board of Ophthalmology; active membership in an ophthalmological specialty society in the United States or United Kingdom.
  • Specialized training or 4 years experience as a practicing ophthalmologist.
  • Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of medical ethics, with particular reference to the obligation to maintain the confidentiality of his work; personality which inspires confidence and trust in his patients; and adhere to Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Organization.
  • Current licensure in country of origin and with DHA license to practice in Dubai, UAE.
  • Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families.

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  • Job Id
    JD1684670
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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