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Our client is a private General Hospital located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As an accomplishment of its commitment to excellence, our client received the "Diamond" accreditation, the highest level of recognition for performance excellence in healthcare from Accreditation Canada's Qmentum International Accreditation.

Position: Medical Director

Note: This position is based in The Middle East; relocation, accommodation, and additional benefits apply.

The Medical Director is responsible for setting the quality agenda of medical care and services and managing the relationships among the various physician activities of the Hospital. The role includes providing leadership in the alignment of physicians and physician services in relation to the Hospital's strategic plans and clinical program priorities.

• Promote passion for hospital care across sites and provide a vision for the provision of expert medicine.
• Align with the Hospital's vision and goals for the development of systems and standards of care.
• Communicate effectively through actions, decision-making, and mentorship to develop medical staff.
• Achieve the finest medical outcomes and meet or exceed recognized clinical benchmarks.
• Serve as a member of the Leadership Committee.

• Represent the organization professionally and provide staff with a positive role model.
• Maintain effective leadership behavior despite challenges.
• Build strong relationships with doctors and other partners.
• Facilitate open communication.

• Engage internal and external audiences through effective written and oral communication.
• Encourage and value feedback from staff at all levels.

• Assure the development of staff through education and mentorship.
• Conduct yearly performance evaluations and ensure staff remains current with their requirements.

• Provide ongoing clinical excellence by identifying learning needs and establishing educational opportunities.

• Assure and provide effective medical care to hospital patients.
• Communicate effectively regarding medical treatment and overall goals of care.

• Develop a strategic/operation plan for the medical department annually.
• Provide quarterly updates on the status of the team's strategic/operation plan goals.

• Medical degree from an accredited university or medical school.
• Board certification in primary specialty is required.
• Current medical license.

• Minimum progressive 5 years' experience in healthcare, specifically medical services management.
• Previous experience in healthcare management, including quality and utilization management preferred.

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Our client is a private General Hospital located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As an accomplishment of its commitment to excellence, our client received the "Diamond" accreditation, the highest level of recognition for performance excellence in healthcare from Accreditation Canada's Qmentum International Accreditation.

Position: Medical Director

Note: This position is based in The Middle East; relocation, accommodation, and additional benefits apply.

The Medical Director is responsible for setting the quality agenda of medical care and services and managing the relationships among the various physician activities of the Hospital. The role includes providing leadership in the alignment of physicians and physician services in relation to the Hospital's strategic plans and clinical program priorities.

• Promote passion for hospital care across sites and provide a vision for the provision of expert medicine.
• Align with the Hospital's vision and goals for the development of systems and standards of care.
• Communicate effectively through actions, decision-making, and mentorship to develop medical staff.
• Achieve the finest medical outcomes and meet or exceed recognized clinical benchmarks.
• Serve as a member of the Leadership Committee.

• Represent the organization professionally and provide staff with a positive role model.
• Maintain effective leadership behavior despite challenges.
• Build strong relationships with doctors and other partners.
• Facilitate open communication.

• Engage internal and external audiences through effective written and oral communication.
• Encourage and value feedback from staff at all levels.

• Assure the development of staff through education and mentorship.
• Conduct yearly performance evaluations and ensure staff remains current with their requirements.

• Provide ongoing clinical excellence by identifying learning needs and establishing educational opportunities.

• Assure and provide effective medical care to hospital patients.
• Communicate effectively regarding medical treatment and overall goals of care.

• Develop a strategic/operation plan for the medical department annually.
• Provide quarterly updates on the status of the team's strategic/operation plan goals.

• Medical degree from an accredited university or medical school.
• Board certification in primary specialty is required.
• Current medical license.

• Minimum progressive 5 years' experience in healthcare, specifically medical services management.
• Previous experience in healthcare management, including quality and utilization management preferred.

Note: By submitting your personal information to Deka Minas, you consent to the use of such data for the purpose of securing employment. Our business complies with POPIA regulations.

The main purpose of this position is to render efficient and effective clinical care as a lead clinician on protocols, to volunteers on research studies.

Clinical Procedures (50%)

• Clinically assess, examine, diagnose and manage the health of participants
• Check and follow up blood results
• Complete prescriptions of pharmaceuticals appropriately.
• Monitor clinical examinations and procedures undertaken by study nurses when necessary
• Manage accountability and adherence monitoring of study drugs
• Refer participants to other clinical care as required
• Consult with other clinical and research staff when necessary

Protocol-specific Procedures (20%)

• Ensure all research activities are performed according to SAHPRA, protocol, the Declaration of Helsinki, International Conference on Harmonisation (ICH) Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and other relevant legislation
• Recruit, screen and enroll participants as per protocol-specific inclusion/exclusion requirements
• Ensure informed consent is obtained for all participants as per Standard Operating Procedures
• Manage participants with Adverse Events or Expedited Adverse Events and report as per protocol requirements
• Perform other protocol specific procedures when necessary (contraceptive counselling, implant insertion, adherence counselling, swabs, biopsies, etc)
• Interpret and act on laboratory results
• Assist with database query resolution

Study Administration (30%)

• Document all procedures and investigations as per study requirements
• Assist in preparing study documentation for audits, monitoring visits and site visits from external study monitors
• Transcribe and ensure quality control of study documentation
• Attend clinical and research management meetings
• Assist with the design and enactment of standard operating procedures for clinical management and research projects
• Assist with the design of source documents for research trials
• Attend Site Initiation Visits and study meetings as deemed necessary by the principal investigator
• Act as a back up to the Principal investigator
• Take on one PI ship in the first year

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements

• MBChB Degree
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an independent practitioner
• Valid Good Clinical Practice certificate
• Valid BLS certificate
• Driver’s licence

Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience as a medical officer post community service
• At least 1-year experience as a medical officer, Sub investigator or Principal investigator working on clinical trials
• Clinical skills including the ability to conduct pelvic exams and associated sample collection. Ability to take a history and examine participants and patients and prescribe medication and follow up blood results. Aware of the management of conditions associated with the LGBTQI+ population
• Computer skills: Email, Microsoft word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Management of common medical conditions as per local treatment guidelines
• Attention to detail, good interpersonal skills, client focused, ability to work efficiently and effectively to meet deadlines. Must be prepared to work in a COVID-19 or Infectious disease environment
• Must be willing to work with marginalised populations, including LGBTQI+ population and young women.

Professional registration/License

• HPCSA registration as an independent practitioner

Competencies/Skills/Knowledge

• Excellent ability to work within a team of clinicians and nurses
• Ability to build interpersonal relationships
• Strong client focus
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Project management
• Strong work ethic
• Problem solving and decision making
• Detail-oriented and strong administration skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid ACLS certificate preferred

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Atlantic Eye Specialist Centre is a specialist ophthalmologist practice located in the Cape Town Foreshore and Blaauwberg areas. We assist patients with all their eye health-related concerns, offering cutting-edge eye procedures such as laser-guided cataract surgery, retinal surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, functional and aesthetic oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology. Our specialists are supported by a team of highly qualified ophthalmic technicians, optometrists and in-house dietitian. We are dedicated to providing world-class multidisciplinary eye healthcare and outstanding service to patients, fostering collaboration and research to encourage excellence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Medical Officer located in the City of Cape Town. The Medical Officer will be responsible for providing medical care to patients, conducting medical assessments, planning and overseeing patient treatment, performing surgeries, and working closely with other physicians to ensure optimal patient care. Daily tasks include diagnosing and treating eye conditions, keeping accurate patient records, and participating in medical training sessions for continued education.

Qualifications

• Experience in ophthalmology and related medical fields is highly desirable
• Medical degree and appropriate certifications/licensing to practice in South Africa
• Diploma in Opthalmology - DipOphth (SA)

Skills:

• Strong skills in Medicine and Patient Care
• Experience in conducting and assisting with Surgeries
• Ability to work effectively with other Physicians
• Competence in providing professional Training and mentorship
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in fast-paced environments

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Medical Practices

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