Geriatrician Specialist - Doha, Qatar

Global Medical Recruiting, a leading international medical recruitment firm, is currently accepting applications for the position of Geriatrician Specialist at a prestigious healthcare institution in Doha, Qatar. This role presents an exceptional career opportunity for physicians specialized in elderly care to join an advanced healthcare system with a global reputation.

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

The appointed Geriatrician Specialist will provide comprehensive and specialized medical care to elderly patients. With a growing focus on enhancing the quality of life for the aging population in Qatar, this role is of critical importance. Key responsibilities will include:

• Comprehensive Assessment & Diagnosis: Conducting in-depth geriatric assessments, considering the complex interplay of multimorbidity, functional decline, and psychosocial factors unique to older adults.
• Chronic Disease Management: Developing and implementing integrated care plans for managing chronic conditions prevalent in the elderly, such as dementia (Alzheimer's and others), osteoporosis, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and sensory impairments.
• Medication Management: Reviewing and optimizing medication regimens (Deprescribing) to avoid adverse drug reactions and polypharmacy issues, which are more common and dangerous in this demographic.
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration: Working closely with other specialist physicians, specialized nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, and dietitians to deliver patient-centered, coordinated care.
• Long-Term Care Planning: Providing counsel to patients and their families regarding care options, including functional ability, home safety, and advance care planning.
• Commitment to Quality Standards: Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives for geriatric care and adhering to international clinical protocols and guidelines.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

To be eligible for this premier opportunity, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: Possession of a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from a recognized university.
• Specialization & Certification: Completion of a recognized residency program in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, followed by a board-certified Fellowship in Geriatrics.
• Licensing: Must hold a valid medical license from the country of primary qualification. Preference will be given to candidates with a valid Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) license or who are eligible to obtain one.
• Experience: Proven post-fellowship work experience of at least 3 to 5 years specifically in the field of Geriatric Medicine. Experience in reputable hospitals or geriatric care centers is a strong advantage.
• Personal Skills: Exceptional communication and listening skills, empathy, patience, and the ability to explain complex medical conditions to patients and families in a clear and reassuring manner.
• Language: Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory. Proficiency in Arabic is a significant advantage for communicating with a broader patient and family base.

Why Work in Doha, Qatar?

The State of Qatar offers an attractive work and living environment for international medical professionals:

• Advanced Healthcare System: Work within Qatar's healthcare ecosystem, which invests heavily in advanced medical infrastructure and technology.
• Competitive Benefits: Compensation packages for medical specialists in Qatar typically include a tax-free attractive salary, furnished accommodation or a housing allowance, annual flight tickets, comprehensive health insurance, and other benefits.
• Safe & Stable Living Environment: Doha is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in the world, featuring modern infrastructure and world-class amenities.
• Cultural Diversity: An opportunity to live and work in a vibrant, multicultural international community.

How to Apply for This Position

Applications for this position are being processed exclusively through Global Medical Recruiting. Interested candidates should prepare the following documents:

1. An updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English.
2. Attested copies of academic degrees, specialization, and fellowship certificates.
3. Copies of valid medical practice licenses.
4. Experience certificates.
5. A passport-sized photograph.

Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications via the official channel advertised by Global Medical Recruiting on the Naukrigulf platform or the company's official website. Please note that initial screening is based on the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in the CV and application file.

Note: Specific salary details or the exact name of the medical institution were not disclosed in the initial posting. These details will be discussed with qualified candidates during subsequent interview stages.