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Purpose and Scope of the Job
The Specialist is responsible for patients with medical problems generally considered to fall within his /her specialty. Maintains compliance with the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of hospital, Ministry of Health standards for the Department, He / She will also direct, administer and supervise activities for patients. Reports totheMedical Directoron matters relating to the operation of the patient care division and maintain contact with the Head of Department.
Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards
1
Ensure implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Department Policy and Guidelines.
2
Diagnoses and treatment of patients referred to the department and is responsible to run his/her own clinic.
3
Responsible to provide the highest quality of service to the patients under his/her care within the resources provided by the hospital.
4
Responsible to investigate, diagnose and treat medically and/or surgically all patients referred to him/her with conditions appropriate to his specialty and will determine the need for clinical investigations appropriate to make diagnoses, and will undertake the management of the patient's condition, with appropriate follow up.
5
Provides overall responsibility for all OBS/GYN in-patients, outpatients and OBS/GYN emergencies. Conducts regular ward rounds on all OBS/GYN patients.
6
Participates in teaching programs in the Department and its sections, regular seminars, promotes clinical investigative work.
7
Maintain the highest professional standard of documentation in line with policies and procedures and internationally accepted standards
8
The Specialist will review out patient’s summaries and shall prepare reports and statistical analysis as required of him; such reports will be prepared in a timely manner in accordance with the standards within the Department.
9
Keeps current with new procedures and techniques in the field of his/her specialty.
10
Required to be involved in the departmental Performance Improvement activities.
11
Participates in providing education and support for all junior staff in the department and supports continuing medical education, providing teaching materials as part of the professional development of the staff.
12
Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.
13
Participates in committee member ship, if assigned
14
The Specialist has a responsibility to report any occurrence not consistent with the operation of the Clinic or standard of service for patients, employees or visitors and situations which put patients, staff and visitors at risk of injury or other harm.
15
Providesleadershipfororganizational performance improvementactivities
16
Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education programs, along with other consultants of the department.
17
Maintains strictest confidentiality.
18
Co-ordinates and exercises overall professional control over the activities of OBS & GYN Registrars for ensuring that sound administrative and professional OBS/GYN standards of medical practice are maintained.
19
Performs and supervises general OBS/GYN Operations (both elective and emergency) in the main Operating Theatre.
20
Handles administrative and operational matters relating to the activities of the Division, and consults with Head of the Department as required.
21
Answer calls from the wards regarding conditions related to care given to the patient.
22
Accept all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of Department.
Qualifications, Competencies and Skills
Education
Royal College / Fellowship / Membership
Experience
Minimum 3 years post Phd /Fellowship/Membership experience in relevant specialty
Licensure
Valid Kuwait License
Language
Well versed in English and Arabic
Computer Proficiency
Good computer skills
Performance Competencies
1
Good communication skills
2
Knowledge of Required Organizational practices
3
Command over professional code of ethics , medical bylaws
4
Knowledge of evidence based Age specific/ Population specific patient care clinical guidelines accepted by the hospital
5
Culturally competent ( Kuwaiti patients’ culture and beliefs)
Patient Safety :
1
Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
2
Provides or promotes patient and family-centered care. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
3
Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. ( Note : Special needs project requirement)
Principle Working Relationships and Remarks
1
Medical Administrative staff, Peers, Nurses, Clinical Ancillary staff, Customer service staff and Secretaries.
Purpose and Scope of the Job
The Specialist is responsible for patients with medical problems generally considered to fall within his /her specialty. Maintains compliance with the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of hospital, Ministry of Health standards for the Department, He / She will also direct, administer and supervise activities for patients. Reports totheMedical Directoron matters relating to the operation of the patient care division and maintain contact with the Head of Department.
Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards
1
Ensure implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Department Policy and Guidelines.
2
Diagnoses and treatment of patients referred to the department and is responsible to run his/her own clinic.
3
Responsible to provide the highest quality of service to the patients under his/her care within the resources provided by the hospital.
4
Responsible to investigate, diagnose and treat medically and/or surgically all patients referred to him/her with conditions appropriate to his specialty and will determine the need for clinical investigations appropriate to make diagnoses, and will undertake the management of the patient's condition, with appropriate follow up.
5
Provides overall responsibility for all OBS/GYN in-patients, outpatients and OBS/GYN emergencies. Conducts regular ward rounds on all OBS/GYN patients.
6
Participates in teaching programs in the Department and its sections, regular seminars, promotes clinical investigative work.
7
Maintain the highest professional standard of documentation in line with policies and procedures and internationally accepted standards
8
The Specialist will review out patient’s summaries and shall prepare reports and statistical analysis as required of him; such reports will be prepared in a timely manner in accordance with the standards within the Department.
9
Keeps current with new procedures and techniques in the field of his/her specialty.
10
Required to be involved in the departmental Performance Improvement activities.
11
Participates in providing education and support for all junior staff in the department and supports continuing medical education, providing teaching materials as part of the professional development of the staff.
12
Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.
13
Participates in committee member ship, if assigned
14
The Specialist has a responsibility to report any occurrence not consistent with the operation of the Clinic or standard of service for patients, employees or visitors and situations which put patients, staff and visitors at risk of injury or other harm.
15
Providesleadershipfororganizational performance improvementactivities
16
Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education programs, along with other consultants of the department.
17
Maintains strictest confidentiality.
18
Co-ordinates and exercises overall professional control over the activities of OBS & GYN Registrars for ensuring that sound administrative and professional OBS/GYN standards of medical practice are maintained.
19
Performs and supervises general OBS/GYN Operations (both elective and emergency) in the main Operating Theatre.
20
Handles administrative and operational matters relating to the activities of the Division, and consults with Head of the Department as required.
21
Answer calls from the wards regarding conditions related to care given to the patient.
22
Accept all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of Department.
Qualifications, Competencies and Skills
Education
Royal College / Fellowship / Membership
Experience
Minimum 3 years post Phd /Fellowship/Membership experience in relevant specialty
Licensure
Valid Kuwait License
Language
Well versed in English and Arabic
Computer Proficiency
Good computer skills
Performance Competencies
1
Good communication skills
2
Knowledge of Required Organizational practices
3
Command over professional code of ethics , medical bylaws
4
Knowledge of evidence based Age specific/ Population specific patient care clinical guidelines accepted by the hospital
5
Culturally competent ( Kuwaiti patients’ culture and beliefs)
Patient Safety :
1
Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
2
Provides or promotes patient and family-centered care. (Note: Accreditation requirement)
3
Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. ( Note : Special needs project requirement)
Principle Working Relationships and Remarks
1
Medical Administrative staff, Peers, Nurses, Clinical Ancillary staff, Customer service staff and Secretaries.
