Consultant Urology

Responsibilities':

• Performs all administrative functions at the Department level as established by the Medical Management.

• Continuous Quality Improvement and patient's safety program. Develops and promotes appropriate standards of care in Urology Department.

• Develops and implements work assignments, on-call assignments, and vacation schedules for Department staff.

• Supervises and monitors the delivery of health care by department staff. Provides guidance regarding patient care when indicated. Takes remedial action when appropriate.

• Develops and implements effective Peer Review. Evaluates staff and provides annual and on-going feedback as appropriate.

• Works closely with other concerned committees in developing policies and procedures to promote quality health care for urologic patients.

• Supervises or participates in supervision of intensive care areas when assigned.

• Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, with associates and with Management.

• Evidences leadership skills in developing in others the willingness and desire to work toward common objectives.

• Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information and regarding administrative matters of a confidential nature.

• Produces written communications, assessments, proposals and administrative documents that are timely and of high quality. Work product is of the quantity required to effectively accomplish duties as head of the department.

• Evidences dependability in carrying out the commitments and obligations of the position.

• Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.

• Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Medical Director.

• 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:

• Graduation from an approved medical school plus one year of internship and three years of residency; certification by the American Board of Urology or Member of the Royal College of Physicians (or its equivalent).

• At least five (5) years of practice as an urologist with two (2) or more years as a licensed consultant.

• Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.

• 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.

• Current licensure in country of origin and with DHA license to practice as a specialist in Urology in Dubai, UAE.

• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families.