CONSULTANT – NEUROLOGY

JOB SUMMARY

The Consultant -Neurology plans, directs, administers and supervises patient
care activities for patients suffering from disorders of the nervous system in
accordance with Ministry of Health regulations, Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws,
Rules & Regulations and Medicine Department Policy & Guidelines.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Duties
* Diagnoses and treats organic diseases and disorders of nervous system. Treats problems of the central, autonomous, and peripheral nervous systems, including effector tissues like muscles and blood vessels.
* Orders and studies results of chemical, microscopic, biological, and bacteriological analyses of patient's blood and cerebrospinal fluid to determine nature and extent of disease or disorder.
* Identifies presence of pathological blood conditions or parasites and prescribes and administers medications and drugs.
* Orders and studies results of electroencephalograms or x rays to detect abnormalities in brain wave patterns, or indications of abnormalities in brain structure
* Analyzes records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients' condition
* Performs examination and procedures according to the clinical privileges granted to him/her
* Prescribes or administers treatment, therapy, medication and other specialized medical care to treat diseases or conditions
* Monitors patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary
* Manages record keeping, patient charts and all required patient and Hospital records as needed
Patient Care
* Considers the patient's safety as the first priority while working.
* Includes the patients in discussions concerning appropriate diagnostic and management procedures.
* Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs.
* Maintains a work environment that promotes high standards for patient care and ethical behavior.
* Participates regularly with other department staff, in decision-making related to patient care
Compliance with Medical Ethics
* Ensures implementation of the standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of Neurology.
* Exhibits appropriate personal and interpersonal professional behavior; practices medicine ethically and stays consistent with the obligations of a physician. .
* 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.
* Recognizes limits of personal skills and knowledge by appropriately consulting other Physicians while caring for the patient.
* Shows a pattern of maintaining current personal clinical skills and knowledge by continuing medical education.
Other Duties
* Provides leadership and participates in organizational performance improvement activities
* Provides teaching materials as part of the professional development of the Department staff.
* Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education programs, along with other consultants of the Department
* Attends regularly scheduled meeting for the improvement of patient care services and delivery
* Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Clinical Director- Internal Medicine

JOB REQUIREMENTS* *

Education :
Bachelors' Degree in Medicine followed by residency in a recognized
Neurological program/ diagnostic procedures. Membership/ Fellowship
(preferably of the Royal College) and/or MD Degree in Neurology/ Subspecialty.
Trained in Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred

Licensing :
Valid License from Ministry of Health-Kuwait to practice as Neurology
Consultant

Experience :
‎12 years' experience with minimum ‎7 years' experience post
Fellowship/Membership or MD in Neurology

Other Skills

Management Skills :
Problem Solving, Decision Making , Teaching, 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

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.