Job Description

Basic Purpose of the role

Endocrinologists have the training to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal balance of hormones in the body. The common diseases and disorders of the endocrine system that endocrinologists deal with include diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders.

Key responsibilities of the role

Analyzing, examining, and investigating patients and their medical histories for signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalances.

Advising, ordering, and performing tests and interpreting the results.

Discussing diagnoses with patients, explaining treatment options, and giving advice on medications, lifestyle and dietary changes, and other preventative measures.

Carrying out follow-up appointments, monitoring patient progress, adjusting treatment plans and medications, and updating patient records.

Supporting patients with serious or complex endocrine conditions and their loved ones.

Conducting research and studies on the endocrine system and its diseases, disorders, and conditions to develop new treatment techniques.

Other responsibilities

Helps lead quality improvement within the Department.

Facilitates good cross-functional communication to optimize patient care

Supports a culture of regular audit and encourages the use of audit results for improving clinical practice

Supports the reporting, investigation, and response to untoward incidents
Fosters a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement across the Department by:
Promoting and assisting in the instruction, guidance and supervision of junior medical staff 

Facilitating the provision of  essential training relevant to clinical staff in the specialty

Showing commitment to Continued Medical Education (CME)

Promotes and participates in clinical research and publication

Keeps abreast of the current, relevant literature and the latest trends and technologies in the industry
 

Compliance guidelines

Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with Reem Hospital policies

Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frames
Maintaining confidentiality with regards to any information exchanged or received in the current capacity of role in accordance with Reem Hospital policy
Communicates clearly with the patient and with the permission of the patient, their family, on all aspects of the patient’s condition and treatment.

Rounds on the patient on a regular basis that considers the patient’s condition and good clinical practice.

Minimizes patient waiting time to the extent that this is practicable.  Seeks to alert the patient in advance if a committed time is delayed.

Must be compassionate and courteous at all times.

Adhering to requirements of the Occupational Health and safety guidelines and infection control guidelines.

Understanding and adhering to emergency preparedness plans/policies.

Participates in medical conferences and meetings inside and outside of Reem Hospital.

Maintains CME requirements.

Develop a personal program of self-study and professional growth with guidance from the medical staff.

Actively participate in Hospital committees and task forces as assigned by the Head of Department.

Maintains good relationship with the other departments and colleagues.

Continuously adhere to Reem Hospital Dress and Grooming Policy for medical professionals. 

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience

Must have a doctor of medicine degree or equivalent from an approved school of medicine is mandatory, with not less than 3 years specialty training in an accredited Endocrinology residency program or equivalent degree. 

Relevant license as outlined by a nationally recognized Medical certifying body is mandatory.

Active DOH license as Specialist/ Consultant Endocrinology or equivalent.

Demonstrate manual dexterity as necessary to complete procedures and patient examinations.

Readily and effectively communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.

Fluent in written and spoken English, Arabic fluency is an advantage.

Possess very good interpersonal and communication skills.

Good communication and people skills, Attention to detail, Able to work under pressure.

Able to relate to people from different cultural backgrounds.

Compassion Towards Others, Good technical measuring skills.

A High Degree Of Motivation And Self-Discipline.

Physical requirements

Potential of working irregular hours including on-call hours.
Typical physical demands include: a high degree of manual dexterity to sufficiently perform computer functions on a keyboard, produce materials on a PC and operate basic office equipment, normal or corrected vision and hearing, extensive sitting and walking, mobility sufficient to visit with departments or employees throughout the facility and lift up to 13 kgs.
In addition must be able to assist in evacuation procedures by being able to assist in lifting, pushing and moving patients, medical equipment and supplies if required in emergency situations.