Specialist Cardiology

Job Description

  • To provide a comprehensive Cardiology service for King’s College Hospital & clinics.
  • The post-holder will:
  • be responsible for coordinating the day-to-day care and together with the consultant for the diagnosis and management of patients attending King’s College Hospital & clinics-. with conditions requiring cardiology expertise.
  • manage a caseload which includes a wide range of health conditions within King’s College Hospital & clinics-. facilities providing outpatient, inpatient and day case treatments.
  • ensure the highest standards of care for all patients.
  • to adhere to the manifesto of care expected of all physician at King’s College Hospital & clinics.

Clinical

  • Provide an expert opinion, investigate and manage patients who attend King’s College Hospital & clinics-. with known or suspected disorders requiring cardiology expertise.
  • Diagnose and treat patients according to established standards of best practice in cardiology.
  • Review the results of all investigations in a timely fashion and modify treatment as required.
  • Comply with the established King’s College Hospital & clinics-. practices regarding outpatient consultations, day care, inpatient and discharge protocols, and follow up.
  • Comply with the requirements of the regulatory UAE medical health authorities with respect to all professional practices.
  • Accurately document all relevant patient information in a clear and timely fashion in accordance with King’s College Hospital & clinics-. health record keeping policy.
  • Communicate medical information to patients and the patients’ families.
  • Liaise with other medical and surgical specialities and professional support services for additional input as required.

Clinical Governance & Personal Development

  • Attend all relevant clinical meetings unless on approved leave.
  • Participate fully in all aspects of clinical governance making a significant contribution to clinical audit and risk management activities.
  • Take an active role in identifying and reporting clinical risk.
  • Contribute to standard setting within the organisation.
  • Commit to continual personal development (CPD) and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice is followed.
  • Maintain own CPD through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met. Attend training and events organised by the Hospital & clinics/clinic or other agencies, where appropriate.

Administrative

  • Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
  • Comply with the UAE medical health authorities’ requirements in order to maintain medical licence.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of computer-based patient records.
  • Ensure confidentiality in all aspects of data management relating to patients, carers, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.

Education & Qualification

  • UAE Medical Health Authority License (DHA).
  • MBBS & Master’s degree/Post Graduation/ Diploma in related specialty
  • CCT or completion of a recognized specialist training program is preferable.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of clinical practice in similar setup

Training, Knowledge & Skills

  • Awareness and understanding of King’s College Hospital (KCH) policies and initiatives.
  • Resuscitation Certificate as per the specialty& Demonstrable ongoing and active Continues Personal Development (CPD)
  • Supports quality patient care by showing empathy, maintaining patient dignity, and following proper protocols.
  • Supports and guides junior team members, offering advice and assistance if required.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and discretion, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.