DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Implements and maintains established departmental policies & procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
2. Inspects area daily for compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and standards and takes corrective action when violations occur.
3. Renders Patient Centered Care based on individual patient needs, evaluates outcomes, consults with other specialists as required and adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
4. Assess the needs of assigned patients, identifying problems in relation to pathophysiology of disease process and standard of care.
5. Obtain initial interview/nursing history and communicates any observation that deviates from normal.
6. Identifies patient/family expectations and educational needs; communicates priorities.
7. Records information obtained and presented by colleagues during hand-over process using SBAR and ensure appropriate follow-up is carried out on timely manner.
8. Monitors medical condition of patients’ comfort and privacy, and expresses interest in their progress.
9. Ensures precision in maintenance of patient medical records; retains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
10. Recognizes signs and symptoms of abuse, documents and reports as per NMH Policy.
11. Initiates Discharge planning.
12. Administers and controls narcotics and medications as ordered.
13. Ensures an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
14. Orient, instructs and trains assigned personnel (new staff nurses, patient care clerks).
15. Assists physicians with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
16. Supports in formulating and screening Quality Assurance criteria and providing in-service training for staff.
17. Supports attending physicians and aids patients & families as needed in times of stress or crisis.
18. Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations, interdepartmental objectives and infection control policies.
19. Maintains a welcoming, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with Hospital standards.
20. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
21. Attends meetings as required.
22. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Treats and diagnoses ailments specific to the female reproductive organs
2. Examines patients, performs and interprets diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determines diagnosis.
3. Counsels patients on diet, hygiene, and preventive health care.
4. Examines patients and determines x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests as required.
5. Detects the presence of multiple births or birth defects through ultrasound.
6. Conducts regular ward rounds independently and assists treating physicians during ward rounds.
7. Assists in gynecological operations when required.
8. Assists and attends deliveries either naturally or by cesarean section and ensures that the baby and mother are healthy. However, if it is required to deliver cases, he/she needs to take prior approval and perform the same under the supervision of the treating Consultant.
9. Attends and assists normal and complicated deliveries; attends casualty cases, provides emergency treatment and performs the necessary admission procedures with the Clinical Director’s approval.
10. Completes discharge files and statistics.
11. Writes medical reports in consultation with the treating Consultant.
12. Explains procedures and discusses test results or prescribed treatments with patients and families.
13. Refers patients to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.
    
    Patient Care
    
    
14. Considers the patient’s safety as the first priority while working.
15. Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.
16. Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care needs.
17. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
    
    Compliance with Medical Ethics
    
    
18. Ensure implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Ob/Gyn. Department Policy and Guidelines.
19. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of gynecology.
20. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically.
21. Respects the opinions of department Consultants/Specialist and referring Physicians in the management of patient problems.
22. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting Specialists/ Consultants while caring for the patient.
23. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
    
    Other Duties
    
    
24. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs for Ob/Gyn. service
25. Attends the meetings of the Ob/Gyn. department to discuss the rules & regulations, obstacles in work, incidents & complications encountered and suggestions to improve the quality of service.
26. Participates regularly with other Ob/Gyn. staff, in decision-making related to patient care.
27. Participates in organizational performance improvement activities.
28. Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Clinical Director- Ob/Gyn.

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. 1. Participates in assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care needs.
   2. Undertakes work in accordance with the Hospital’s procedures and operating policies; works within agreed quality frameworks.
   3. Conducts complete skin examinations and delivers treatment for skin diseases; Pediatric dermatologic problems and Venereal diseases.
   4. Prescribes hormonal agents or topical treatments such as spironolactone, antiandrogens, oral corticosteroids, retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and antibiotics.
   5. Provides dermabrasion or laser abrasion to treat atrophic scars, elevated scars, or other skin conditions.
   6. Provides therapies such as intralesional steroids and chemical peels to treat age spots, sun damage, rough skin, discolored skin, or oily skin.
   7. Assists in formulating plans & procedures for complex treatment procedures.
   8. Participates in organizational performance improvement activities.
   9. Recommends diagnostic tests based on patients' histories and physical examination findings.

Patient Care

1. 1. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care, customer service, and ethical behavior.
   2. Monitors patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary
   3. Guides patients on topics such as food diet, sun protection, skin cancer awareness etc.
   4. Undertakes all work in accordance with the procedures and operating policies, including Infection Control, Health and Safety, Risk Management etc.
      Compliance with Medical Ethics
   5. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Dermatology.
   6. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically.
   7. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Consultants/ Specialists while caring for the patient.
   8. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by Continuing Medical Education (CME).
      Other Duties
   9. Remains up to date in developments relevant to best practice in Dermatology.
   10. Participates in accredited conferences and meetings to update personal level of clinical practice, teaching and management skills in line with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements.
   11. Attends scheduled meetings for the improvement of patient care services and delivery.
   12. Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Clinical Director- Dermatology.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works primarily in an air conditioned, well-lighted and comfortable health care facility, while also exposed to infections and close contact with the patients.
• Occasionally involves prolonged standing/walking, lifting supplies/equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Works under supervision of Consultants and Specialists working in the Department
2. Prepares written documentation as required and ensures delivery of quality services in area of operations.
3. Establishes and maintains communication within the Department and with other Hospital departments. Develops relationships with professional affiliations and others as is appropriate.
4. Participates in new testing procedures and related protocol. Introduces and demonstrates new approved techniques, and usage of equipment, when required.
5. Interprets the radiographic images, performs contrast studies and prepares reports on the patients subjected to radiology procedures.
6. Provides interpretations of all tests performed by Imaging Services within a time frame established by the medical staff and the Hospital Administrator under supervision of attendant Consultant /Specialist.
   
   Patient Care
   
   
7. Plans, assesses and evaluates patient care needs.
8. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
9. Participates regularly with other department staff, in decision-making related to patient care
   
   

Compliance with Medical Ethics

1. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Radiology.
2. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior
3. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Physicians, when necessary
4. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
   
   Other Duties
   
   
5. Participates and assists in establishing educational programs conducted by the Hospital.
6. Participates in quality assurance program.
7. Maintains established departmental policies &procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
8. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings and workshops.
9. Actively participates in Hospital meetings and activities whenever required.
10. Performs other related assignments as requested by the Clinical Director - Radiology.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works primarily in an air conditioned, well-lighted and comfortable health care facility, while also subjected to electrical and radiant energy hazards
• Subject to unpredictable or crisis situations
• May have to work long hours, in shifts and be available on-call to deal with medical emergencies.
• Occasionally involves prolonged standing/walking, lifting supplies/equipment

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Prepares audiometric diagnostic data & written diagnostic reports.
2. Provides auditory evaluations and education by measuring and studying noise conditions;
3. Completes clinical notes of surgical cases and writes medical reports in consultation with the ENT physician
4. Maintains supplies inventory by checking stock; anticipating needs; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt

Patient Care

1. Considers the patient’s safety as the first priority while working.
2. Provides treatments by cleaning ear canal; fitting hearing aides and other assistive devices; conducting auditory training and instruction in speech and lip reading;
3. Provides required counseling for patients and families; on ways to listen and communicate
4. Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services by assessing and treating neonate, infant, children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric hearing, balance, and communication disorders

Compliance with Medical Ethics

1. Maintains legal and accreditation compliance by adhering to Ministry regulations, and professional standards.
2. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically
3. Defines patient hearing impairment and balance disorder by conferring with referring physician;

Other Duties

1. Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests;
2. Attends regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery
3. Performs all other additional assignments as requested by the Clinical Director

KEY CONTACTS

INTERNAL:

1. Visiting & NMH Doctors/Physicians

EXTERNAL:

1. Patients and their Relatives & Friends

2. Heads of Departments

2. Business Representatives / Professional Agencies

3. Nursing/Reception Staff

3. General Public

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Medical Doctors with Bachelors’ Degree of Medicine & Surgery & Master’s Degree in Audiology.

Trained in Basic Life Support (BLS) desired

Licensing: Valid License from Ministry of Health-Kuwait to practice as a Registrar Audiologist

EXPERIENCE: Preferably 4 years’ experience as an Registrar Audiologist

OTHER SKILLS:

Management Skills: Problem Solving, Decision Making , Counselling and Critical Thinking skills; Attention to detail and a Team Player Soft Skills: Excellent Communication and Inter-Personal skills

Computer Skills: MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet and Hospital MIS Language Skills: Good in written and spoken English, Arabic is an advantage

Physical & WORKING CONDITIONS

Works primarily in the hospital environment such as the emergency room, inpatient surgery wards, operating room, and outpatient clinics. May be exposed to infections and patient elements

Subject to unpredictable or crisis situations

May have to work long hours, in shifts and be available on-call to deal with medical emergencies.

Occasionally involves prolonged standing/walking.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Examines internal structures and functions of organ systems; makes diagnoses after correlation of x-ray findings with other examinations and tests.
2. Analyzes studies of Imaging Services, makes diagnoses and consults with physicians.
3. Provides interpretations of all tests performed by Imaging Services within a time frame established by the medical staff and the Hospital Administrator.
4. Makes recommendations for new or improvements to the equipment being used in Imaging Services.
5. Conducts continuing education meetings and ensures department personnel participation in continuing education programs.
6. Provides instructions as required to the various departments in the form of a continuing education program.
7. Contributes in development and/or approval of all policies and procedures for Imaging Services.
   
   Patient Care
8. Plans, assesses and evaluates patient care needs.
9. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
10. Participates regularly with other department staff, in decision-making related to patient care
    
    Compliance with Medical Ethics
11. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Radiology.
12. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior
13. Respects the opinions of fellow Consultants and referring Physicians in the management of patient problems; provides means whereby differences in opinion can be discussed and resolved.
14. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Physicians, when necessary
15. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
    
    Other Duties
16. Participates and assists in establishing educational programs conducted by the Hospital.
17. Contributes in development and/or approval of all policies & procedures for Imaging Services.
18. Contributes in verification of the qualification and capabilities of all radiological technical personnel as required by the Clinical Director
19. Participates in regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery
20. Actively participates in Hospital meetings and activities whenever required.

Performs other related assignments as requested by the Clinical Director - Radiology.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. 1. Performs wide range of procedures encompassing both Cosmetic and Reconstructive surgery; Facial surgery, Body surgery, Minor & Non-Invasive procedures.
   2. Perform cosmetic procedures, such as chin and cheekbone enhancements & Perform surgery on the mouth and jaws to treat conditions such as cleft lip and palate and jaw growth problems.
   3. Examine and diagnose patients to identify an abnormality and determine suitable course of treatment.
   4. Educate patients on the risks associated with a procedure as well as proffer recommendations on post-operative requirements
   5. Utilizes the latest technology, advanced techniques, specialized training and skills to give patients the best possible results from their procedures seeking personal satisfaction.
   6. Restores form and function by moving skin, bone, nerves, and other tissues from other parts of the body to reconstruct the jaws and face.
   7. Performs reconstructive surgeries to restore normal appearance to patients with congenital or circumstantial deformity.
   8. Provides consultations to patients on surgery as well as give them post-operative recommendations to ensure proper healing.
   9. Perform microsurgery to transfer tissues to reconstruction sites (head/hand) where they are missing & Treat infections of the oral cavity, salivary glands, jaws, and neck.
   10. Perform invasive surgeries to correct physical deformities.
   11. Conduct procedures for the sterilization of surgical equipment.
   12. Administer non-surgical treatment to enhance outward beauty
   13. Undertakes work in accordance with the Hospital’s procedures and operating policies; works within agreed quality frameworks.
   14. Participates in organizational performance improvement activities.
   15. Performs Cosmetic Surgery & Reconstructive Surgery Procedures as per his/ her Clinical Privileges.
   16. Patient Care
   17. Meet with a patient to learn complaints, symptoms, needs and desires, and medical history.
   18. Examine, assess and diagnose patient deformities caused by accident, disease or congenital abnormalities.
   19. Diagnose the problem, suggest a medical procedure to correct it, and explain the benefits and risks.
   20. Performs surgery to enhance physical appearance; order diagnostic tests and prescribe medications and treatment
   21. Meet with the patient following the surgery and make post-operative recommendations.
   22. Undertakes all work in accordance with the procedures and operating policies, including Infection Control, Health and Safety, Risk Management etc.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Provides inpatient and outpatient consultations to patients and performs examinations as required and receives referrals and consultations from other disciplines
2. Prepares and reviews case histories and clinical records, examines patients and plans treatment and medical management options
3. Utilizes privileges for admission and treatment of patients and performs medical procedures according to his/her clinical privileges
4. Ensures appropriate maintenance of files, patient charts and all required medical and Hospital records as needed
5. 5. Guides and instructs junior staff in the diagnosis and treatment of physically disabling temporary and permanent conditions
   Patient Care
6. Considers the patient’s safety as the first priority while working.
7. Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.
8. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs.
9. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
10. Participates regularly with other department staff, in decision-making related to patient care Compliance with Medical Ethics
    Compliance with Medical Ethics
11. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Physical Medicine & Rheumatology.
12. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically and stays consistent with the obligations of a physician.
13. Respects the opinions of fellow Consultants and referring Physicians in the management of patient problems; provides means whereby differences in opinion can be discussed and resolved.
14. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Physicians while caring for the patient.
15. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
    Other Duties
16. Formulates plans and procedures for physical medicine services and other organizational performance improvement activities
17. Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education programs
18. Attends weekly departmental meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery
19. Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Clinical Director

KEY CONTACTS

JOB REQUIREMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works primarily in an air conditioned, well-lighted and comfortable health care facility, while also exposed to infections and close contact with the patients. Subject to unpredictable or crisis situations May have to work long hours, in shifts and be available on call to deal with medical emergencies. Occasionally involves prolonged standing/walking, lifting supplies/equipment.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. Provides inpatient and outpatient consultations to patients.
2. Receives referrals and consultations from other disciplines.
3. Analyzes patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
4. Provides information to patients on medical condition and surgical risk.
5. Books surgery rooms and notifies support staff of surgery timings to ensure that all required personnel are prepared for the surgery or procedure
6. Prescribes preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, and preparation/ treatment of the patient's operative area.
7. Directs and coordinates activities of Nurses, Assistants, Specialists, and other medical staff
8. Operates on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve/ restore patients' functions; utilizes clinical privileges granted to him/her for admission and treatment of patients.
9. Shares the on-call schedule in the Department as required and ensures continuity of care for patients while on-call
10. Refers patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.
    Patient Care
11. Considers the patient’s safety as the first priority while working.
12. Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.
13. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs.
14. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
15. Participates regularly with other Surgery staff, in decision-making related to patient care
    Compliance with Medical Ethics
16. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of General Surgery
17. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically and stays consistent with the obligations of a physician..
18. Respects the opinions of fellow Consultants and referring Physicians in the management of patient problems; provides means whereby differences in opinion can be discussed and resolved.
19. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Physicians while caring for the patient.
20. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
    Other Duties
21. Provides leadership for organizational performance improvement activities
22. Conducts research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes
23. Supports in professional development of all staff and provides teaching materials
24. Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education programs, along with other Consultants of the Department
25. Attends regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery
26. Performs all other additional assignments as requested by the Clinical Director

KEY CONTACTS

JOB REQUIREMENTS

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties

1. 1. Provides In-Patient and Out-Patient consultations for disorders of the human glandular and hormonal systems.
   2. Examines patients for signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance, disorders or diseases such as osteoporosis, diabetes or thyroid malfunction.
   3. Recommends or orders diagnostic tests to better understand a patient's condition, interprets results and determines diagnosis.
   4. Prepares and reviews case histories and clinical records, examines patients and plans treatment/ medical management options.
   5. Conducts assessment of blood sugar level and insulin within a patient's body to diagnose diabetes.
   6. Explains the condition to a patient, once the abnormalities / illnesses is detected, prescribes treatment and conducts follow-up.
   7. Counsels patients on subjects such as diet, hygiene and other areas of preventative maintenance for problems such as hypertension and cholesterol levels.
   8. Administers and prescribes conservative measures of treatment as drugs, insulin and antibiotics.
   9. Monitors patients' condition and progress, and re-evaluates treatment as necessary.
   10. Receives referrals and consultations from other disciplines for metabolic diseases, all kinds of Endocrine and related complications

Patient Care

1. 1. Considers the patient's safety as the first priority while working.
   2. Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.
   3. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs.
   4. Works in a seamless, integrated multi-disciplinary environment to provide the highest level of care
   5. Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
      Compliance with Medical Ethics
   6. Ensures implementation of Ministry of Health regulations, Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, rules & regulations and Diabetics Center policies & guidelines.
   7. Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Diabetics.
   8. Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically.
   9. Respects the opinions of fellow Consultants and referring Physicians in the management of patient problems; provides means whereby differences in opinion can be discussed and resolved.
   10. Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Consultants while caring for the patient.
   11. Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by Continuing Medical Education (CME).
       Other Duties
   12. Refers patients to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.
   13. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs for Diabetics services.
   14. Provides teaching materials as part of the professional development of the department staff.
   15. Attends the meetings of the Diabetics Center to discuss the rules & regulations, obstacles in work, incidents & complications encountered and suggestions to improve the quality of service.
   16. Participates in organizational performance improvement activities.
   17. Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Clinical Director- Diabetics Center

JOB REQUIREMENTS

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works primarily in an air conditioned, well-lighted and comfortable health care facility. May be exposed to infections and patient elements.
• Subject to unpredictable or crisis situations.
• May have to work long hours, in shifts and be available on call to deal with medical exigencies. Occasional prolonged standing/walking