Specialist - Ophthalmology

Purpose and Scope of the Job

The Specialist is responsible for patients with medical problems generally
considered to fall his/her specialty. Specialist will maintain compliance with
the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of Hospital, Ministry of
Health standards for the Department; He/She will also plan, directs,
administers and supervises activities of patients. Reports to the Medical
Director on 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

Ensures implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital
Medical staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Department Policy and
Guidelines

‎2

Diagnosis and treatment of patients referred to department and responsible to
run his / her own clinic.

‎3

To provide Specialist- level patient care, protect and promote the health of
patients and the public by providing current and effective evidence-based
standard of practice and care.

‎4

Ensures that data returned from Ophthalmology to the screening service should
be in a format consistent Medical Standards and use a preformatted form
including if necessary reviews of laser Books.

‎5

Prescribes drugs or treatment, including repeat prescriptions, only when you
have adequate knowledge of the patient's health, and are satisfied that the
drugs or treatment serve the patient's need

‎6

Keeps clear, accurate and legible records, reporting the relevant clinical
findings, the decisions made, the information given to patients, and any drugs
prescribed or other investigation or treatment.

‎7

Consults and take advice from colleagues, where appropriate.

‎8

Undertakes interventional procedures, as part of the patients' treatment and
/or to reach a diagnosis, where appropriate, in line with his delineated
clinical privileges.

‎9

Participates in teaching programs in the Department and its sections, regular
seminars, promotes clinical investigative work.

‎10

Maintains the highest professional standard of documentation in line with
policies and procedures and internationally accepted standards.

‎11

Reviews 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.

‎12

Keeps current with new procedures and techniques in the field of his/her
specialty.

‎13

Required to be involved in the departmental Performance Improvement activities

‎14

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.

‎15

Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of
his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.

‎16

Participates in committee membership, if assigned.

‎17

Responsible 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.

‎18

Provides leadership for organizational performance improvement activities.

‎19

Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education
programs, along with other consultants of the department.

‎20

Maintains strictest confidentiality.

‎21

Co-ordinates and exercises over all professional control over the activities
of Medical Registrars for ensuring that sound administrative and professional
standards of medical practice are maintained

‎22

Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of
Department

‎23

Follows a well organized and systematic protocol inside the department
regarding attendance, regulation, referral policies, etc., in a professional
way and not according to his/her personal relations, convenience or preference
of one staff to another.

‎24

Reports any complications or morbidity to Head of the Department (as in all
international places) to be discussed and managed accordingly before decision
of refer (if needed).

Qualifications, Competences and Skills

Education

Phd/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)

‎6

American Heart Association certified Basic Life support provider

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 Director

‎2

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 his/her specialty. Specialist will maintain compliance with
the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of Hospital, Ministry of
Health standards for the Department; He/She will also plan, directs,
administers and supervises activities of patients. Reports to the Medical
Director on 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

Ensures implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital
Medical staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Department Policy and
Guidelines

‎2

Diagnosis and treatment of patients referred to department and responsible to
run his / her own clinic.

‎3

To provide Specialist- level patient care, protect and promote the health of
patients and the public by providing current and effective evidence-based
standard of practice and care.

‎4

Ensures that data returned from Ophthalmology to the screening service should
be in a format consistent Medical Standards and use a preformatted form
including if necessary reviews of laser Books.

‎5

Prescribes drugs or treatment, including repeat prescriptions, only when you
have adequate knowledge of the patient's health, and are satisfied that the
drugs or treatment serve the patient's need

‎6

Keeps clear, accurate and legible records, reporting the relevant clinical
findings, the decisions made, the information given to patients, and any drugs
prescribed or other investigation or treatment.

‎7

Consults and take advice from colleagues, where appropriate.

‎8

Undertakes interventional procedures, as part of the patients' treatment and
/or to reach a diagnosis, where appropriate, in line with his delineated
clinical privileges.

‎9

Participates in teaching programs in the Department and its sections, regular
seminars, promotes clinical investigative work.

‎10

Maintains the highest professional standard of documentation in line with
policies and procedures and internationally accepted standards.

‎11

Reviews 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.

‎12

Keeps current with new procedures and techniques in the field of his/her
specialty.

‎13

Required to be involved in the departmental Performance Improvement activities

‎14

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.

‎15

Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of
his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.

‎16

Participates in committee membership, if assigned.

‎17

Responsible 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.

‎18

Provides leadership for organizational performance improvement activities.

‎19

Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education
programs, along with other consultants of the department.

‎20

Maintains strictest confidentiality.

‎21

Co-ordinates and exercises over all professional control over the activities
of Medical Registrars for ensuring that sound administrative and professional
standards of medical practice are maintained

‎22

Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of
Department

‎23

Follows a well organized and systematic protocol inside the department
regarding attendance, regulation, referral policies, etc., in a professional
way and not according to his/her personal relations, convenience or preference
of one staff to another.

‎24

Reports any complications or morbidity to Head of the Department (as in all
international places) to be discussed and managed accordingly before decision
of refer (if needed).

Qualifications, Competences and Skills

Education

Phd/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)

‎6

American Heart Association certified Basic Life support provider

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 Director

‎2

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 his/her specialty. Specialist will maintain compliance with
the Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of Hospital, Ministry of
Health standards for the Department; He/She will also plan, directs,
administers and supervises activities of patients. Reports to the Medical
Director on 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

Ensures implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital
Medical staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Department Policy and
Guidelines

‎2

Diagnosis and treatment of patients referred to department and responsible to
run his / her own clinic.

‎3

To provide Specialist- level patient care, protect and promote the health of
patients and the public by providing current and effective evidence-based
standard of practice and care.

‎4

Ensures that data returned from Ophthalmology to the screening service should
be in a format consistent Medical Standards and use a preformatted form
including if necessary reviews of laser Books.

‎5

Prescribes drugs or treatment, including repeat prescriptions, only when you
have adequate knowledge of the patient's health, and are satisfied that the
drugs or treatment serve the patient's need

‎6

Keeps clear, accurate and legible records, reporting the relevant clinical
findings, the decisions made, the information given to patients, and any drugs
prescribed or other investigation or treatment.

‎7

Consults and take advice from colleagues, where appropriate.

‎8

Undertakes interventional procedures, as part of the patients' treatment and
/or to reach a diagnosis, where appropriate, in line with his delineated
clinical privileges.

‎9

Participates in teaching programs in the Department and its sections, regular
seminars, promotes clinical investigative work.

‎10

Maintains the highest professional standard of documentation in line with
policies and procedures and internationally accepted standards.

‎11

Reviews 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.

‎12

Keeps current with new procedures and techniques in the field of his/her
specialty.

‎13

Required to be involved in the departmental Performance Improvement activities

‎14

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.

‎15

Performs other applicable tasks and duties assigned within the realm of
his/her knowledge, skills and abilities.

‎16

Participates in committee membership, if assigned.

‎17

Responsible 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.

‎18

Provides leadership for organizational performance improvement activities.

‎19

Plans for the provision of orientation, in service and continuing education
programs, along with other consultants of the department.

‎20

Maintains strictest confidentiality.

‎21

Co-ordinates and exercises over all professional control over the activities
of Medical Registrars for ensuring that sound administrative and professional
standards of medical practice are maintained

‎22

Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of
Department

‎23

Follows a well organized and systematic protocol inside the department
regarding attendance, regulation, referral policies, etc., in a professional
way and not according to his/her personal relations, convenience or preference
of one staff to another.

‎24

Reports any complications or morbidity to Head of the Department (as in all
international places) to be discussed and managed accordingly before decision
of refer (if needed).

Qualifications, Competences and Skills

Education

Phd/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)

‎6

American Heart Association certified Basic Life support provider

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 Director

‎2

Medical Administrative staff, Peers, Nurses, Clinical Ancillary staff,
Customer service staff and Secretaries.