Job Summary

The Heart Vascular and Thoracic Institute at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is welcoming applications for Section Head of Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation. This very unique opportunity entails leading a high-functioning, multidisciplinary heart failure section that is the only program providing cardiothoracic transplantation and LVAD insertion in the United Arab Emirates. We are looking for a passionate mid-career physician with exceptional clinical skills and a strong background of independent academic performance who will grow the section and enhance its regional and international reputation. The role will have additional teaching responsibilities at the undergraduate and postgraduate level with a potential for advancement to further leadership positions. Collaboration with Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio will be fostered and encouraged.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Physician responsibilities:

Monitors and provides care to patients at CCAD within the Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Institute
Prescribes or administers medication, therapy and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
Provides specific treatments and/or performs operations to treat patient medical conditions
Evaluates patient and records applicable notes about patient's condition for purposes of serving as a record of treatment and/or making a possible referral to another member of the health care professional team
Liaisons with other medical and non-medical staff at CCAD to ensure quality patient treatment
Supplies, provides and manages care in a culturally appropriate and sensitive manner
Adheres to individual approved clinical privileges, as well as to all policies and procedures of the Medical Staff.

Leadership responsibilities:

Helps develop a strategic plan for the section of heart failure/ cardiac transplantation.
Helps create a vision and supports members of the section in their pursuit of excellence in the areas of patient care, education, and research
Recommends space, medical technology, equipment, staffing, and other resources needed by section and have a process in place to respond to shortages.
Responsible for recommending and monitoring outside sources of services that relate to the heart failure/retention.
Assesses the cost effectiveness of practice at CCAD and recommends methods by which the most economical use of equipment, supplies and pharmaceuticals can be assured without compromising the medical necessities of treatment

Operational responsibilities:

Monitors and evaluates the quality and appropriateness of patient care provided within the section
Ensures that the section provides appropriate clinical outcomes data and physician level performance metrics to allow for an objective evaluation of clinical performance
Identifies opportunities for section performance improvement from both a clinical and administrative perspective and works toward enhancing performance to meet or exceed standards

Human Resources Management responsibilities:

Performs annual professional review for staff
Monitors and ensures high quality education and research programs

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

For Physicians from Tier 1 countries, not less than four (4) years additional experience post qualification
Must hold a valid License/ Registration to practice in their home country and/or country of last employment (where applicable)
Should meet the Maintenance of Certification requirements (where applicable)
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a team of health care professionals
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and staff
Ability to speak and write in English is required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

MD, MBBS, MBChB or DO (only if the specialization is obtained from one of the following: American Board of Medical Specialties or Certificates of Specializations of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada) or equivalent qualification from an accredited Institution and completion of specialty qualification as per the Recognized Specialty Certificate table listed in Healthcare Professionals Qualification Requirements 2022.

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is located on Al Maryah Island, the heart of Abu Dhabi's new central business district. It shares the island with a hotel, stock exchange, and office buildings. Access to the island is by multiple bridges to the mainland. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a unique and unparalleled extension of the Cleveland Clinic model of care, providing a spectrum of specialty services that are designed to cater to the healthcare needs of Abu Dhabi and the region. One of the objectives of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is to address the needs of patients currently traveling abroad for treatment. Like its counterpart in the United States, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is a physician-led medical facility, served by Western-trained, North American board-certified (or equivalent) physicians. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi offers the most advanced tertiary medical services in the region through a comprehensive range of specialties and subspecialties. Local and international patients are cared for in an environment that combines excellent amenities and service standards with the highest quality patient care and superior clinical outcomes. The hospital is designed to offer state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment capabilities, and to utilize advanced technologies in surgery, imaging, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.

Ownership

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is one of a number of initiatives led by Mubadala Healthcare.

Estimated Service Area

This strategically located multi-specialty tertiary care facility with adjacent clinic houses five clinic floors, three diagnostic and treatment levels, and thirteen floors of critical and acute inpatient units totaling 364 beds (expandable to 490). Additional space has been incorporated for operational and support departments, retailers, a conference center, and a high-fidelity clinical simulation center. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi hosts the latest technologies in surgery, imaging, telemedicine, and electronic medical records, integrating systems in a manner that is first of its kind in the country and the Middle East healthcare region. State-of-the-art imaging equipment like CTs, MRIs, and procedural suites, along with technologically advanced and modern patient rooms, serve local and international patients in an environment that combines excellent amenities with world-class medical care.

Number of Beds

364 beds (expandable to 490)

Community Details

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Section Head Heart Failure/Cardiac Transplantation for Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi