Medical Assesment Physician

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. To take a lead role in the identification and assessment of Patient eligibility and suitability of Patients receiving treatment at Naufar and initiate the development of individualized therapeutic strategies. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES : Clinical Care : Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide a high standard of medical care, which encompasses clinical assessment, treatment and management of Patients across a wide range of clinical areas including mental health disorders, lifestyle modification and chronic pain. Assess Patient’s medical and mental health using a variety of diagnostic tests and through interviews and direct observation to establish eligibility and suitability of the Patient for receiving treatment at Naufar and initiate a comprehensive treatment plan that best meets Patients’ requirements. Recommend the onward path the Patient will take as outpatient or inpatient to effectively and efficiently meet treatment goals. Examine or conduct laboratory or diagnostic tests on Patients to provide information on general medical and mental health. Provide Patients with a verbal summary of the key issues raised during the assessment process to confirm and reassure the Patients that they have been listened to and to check that all areas discussed were accurately interpreted and represented back by the physician. Discuss with Patient the different treatment options (including location of treatment, benefits, potential side effects, duration, expectations and commitment required by the Patient) available based on the comprehensive medical assessment to effectively achieve Patient’s goals and to plan care process accordingly. Present assessment in a standardized format to highlight areas of concerns in a structured way. Perform a compressive risk assessment and devise management strategies to mitigate and effectively manage risk. If needed, refer the Patient to the Consultant Psychiatrist to conduct a specialist assessment. Use internationally validated tools to assist in determining the extent of withdrawal risk, and provide Patient with their detoxification options (i.e., drug free and / or medically assisted) based on that assessment. Conduct detoxification to help Patient remove substance in question from body. Clearly explaining to Patients that detoxification is not a treatment for substance abuse but an early stage of their treatment journey. When necessary prescribe pharmaceutical intervention to minimize the physical distress involved in withdrawal. Safeguard the confidentiality of all Patients’ care information. Research and Education : Identify and propose research questions and assist in conducting clinical research to add to the evidence base of addiction treatment and related areas. Undertake an agreed program of continuing professional development and attend conferences or seminars to increase the personal and collective understanding of general health. Assist in educating the broader Naufar staff group to gain a better understanding of addiction, mental health and the role all staff play in the provision of Patient care. Clinical Excellence : Participate as applicable in developing appropriate clinical policies and procedures, clinical protocols, case management, quality assurance programmes as per the defined care standards. Medical Records : Update and utilize the information provided on the EMR to expedite the clinical activities, improve efficiency, and support decision making. Analyze and evaluate Patient data or test findings to diagnose nature or extent of health issues. JOB REQUIREMENTS : QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS : Professional / Academic Qualifications : Primary degree in Medicine (MBChB, MBBS or MD degree) with completion of the appropriate internship-training program.

(MANDATE) Primary / DHP License : Valid license to practice in country of origin or country of practice.

(MANDATE) Eligible for G.P license from the Licensing authority in the State of Qatar to practice Healthcare Profession.

(MANDATE) Up-to-date CPD in relevant areas.

(MANDATE) Experience : At least 5 years of experience in general medicine or relevant field to psychiatry and substances abuse.

(MANDATE) Naufar may exempt the experience requirement for Fresh Qatari Graduates and long-term residents of Qatar who study in Qatar Universities and successfully complete the Departmental in house training programs within the probationary period (3 months). Seniority level

Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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