Consultant Psychiatrist

Medical Doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. They work with patients to assess and diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, provide therapy and support, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.

• Provide a comprehensive professional and ethical quality clinical services to patients in an effective and efficient manner
• Monitor and manage clinical risks associated with direct patient care
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance and quality management standards
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Ensure excellence in medical practice is maintained by focusing on continuous professional development of self and others
• Maintain integrity in professional services by executing clinical services in an ethical and responsible manner

• Essential: Basic medical degree and completion of higher education programme (fellowship/diploma) recognised by the relevant UAE healthcare authority
• Certification and registration in a speciality recognised by relevant UAE healthcare authority
• Active and valid life support certification (e.g. BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS, NRP)
• Desired: Speciality specific
• Essential minimum experience: At least 3-5 years’ post qualification experience at Consultant level (independent of country)
• Desired: At least 1 year Consultant level experience from a Tier 1 country as specified by the UAE healthcare regulator
• Ability to facilitate and support clinical clerkship training for medical students and junior colleagues
• Proficiency in an electronic medical record system
• Effective communication
• Knowledge of clinical audit standards and processes
• Verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic will be an advantage)