Staff Physician – Ophthalmologist (Comprehensive & Cataract Surgery)

Job Summary

This is a physician position responsible for applying medical knowledge and skills to the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of illnesses for patients within the Eye Institute – 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 Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide care to patients at CCAD within the Eye Institute – Ophthalmology specialty
• Prescribe or administer medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
• Analyze records, reports and test results to diagnose patient's medical condition
• Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients
• Provide specific treatments and/or perform operations to treat patient medical conditions
• Perform surgical procedures and operations as appropriate
• Liaison with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatment
• Supply and provide care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner

Experience Requirements

• For Physicians from Tier 1 countries: Not less than two (2) years after obtaining main specialty qualification. One (1) year of experience after obtaining sub-specialty qualification
• For Physicians from Tier 2 countries: Not less than five (5) years after obtaining main specialty qualification. Four (4) years of experience after obtaining sub-specialty qualification
• Must hold a valid License/Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
• Should meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of health care professionals
• Ability to speak and write in English is required

Education Requirements

• MD, MBBS, MBChB or equivalent qualification from an accredited Institution and completion of specialty qualification as per the Recognized Specialty Certificate table listed in Healthcare Professionals Qualification Requirements 2022

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to speak and write in both English and Arabic is preferred
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff

About Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is located on Al Maryah Island, the heart of Abu Dhabi's new central business district. It is a unique and unparalleled extension of the Cleveland Clinic model of care, providing a spectrum of specialty services designed to cater to the healthcare needs of Abu Dhabi and the region. The hospital is a 364-bed (expandable to 490) tertiary-care facility served by Western-trained, North American board-certified physicians.

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