Consultant Internal Medicine

2.1 Serves as consultant of Internal Medicine Department. Supervises, coordinates and monitors the health care provided in the department to promote efficient and effective delivery of quality health care both in the OPD and in the IP sector. Provides direction and control over all the department’s activities.Responsibilities3.1 To perform the professional duties of a consultant in accordance with the delineation of privileges asrecommended by the credential committee.3.2 Supports Continuous Quality Improvement. Develops and promotes appropriate standards of care.3.3 Supervises and monitors the delivery of health care by department staff. Provides guidance regardingpatient care when indicated.3.4 Develops and implements effective Peer Review. Evaluates staff and provides annual and on-going feedback asappropriate.3.5 Works closely with other concerned committees in developing policies and procedures to promote qualityhealth care for Internal Medicine patients.3.6 Supervises or participates in supervision of intensive care areas when assigned.3.7 Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, with associates and with Management.3.8 Evidences leadership skills in developing in others the willingness and desire to work toward common objectives.3.9 Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information and regarding administrative matters of a confidentialnature.3.10 Produces written communications, assessments, proposals and administrative documents that are timely andof high quality. Work product is of the quantity required to effectively accomplish duties as head of thedepartment.3.11 Evidences dependability in carrying out the commitments and obligations of the position.3.12 Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.3.13 Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect forthem.3.14 Performs other duties as assigned by the Medical Administrator or Medical Director.3.15 Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospitalmanagement to comply those requirements3.16 Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities3.17 Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures3.18 Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of riskassessments, incident reports3.19 Comply with Waste management procedures and policies3.20 Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs3.21 Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems Desired Candidate Profile Qualifications4.1 Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency; certification by the American Board of Internal medicine or Member of the Royal College of Physicians (or its equivalent). 4.2 At least three (3) years of practice as an internist as a licensed specialist. 4.3 Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential. 4.4 Must be highly skilled in the particular field of practice, with mature clinical judgment and ability to provide professional leadership. He / she must have a thorough knowledge of Medical Department policies and procedures 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. 4.5 Current licensure in country of origin and with HAAD license to practice Internal Medicine in Abu Dhabi, UAE. 4.6 Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families #J-18808-Ljbffr