About the job

Position Overview:

To provide a comprehensive Neonatology Service for King’s College Hospital. The post-holder will:

be responsible for the diagnosis and management of patients attending King’s College Hospital – with conditions requiring neonatal expertise.
manage a caseload which includes a wide range of health conditions within King’s College Hospital-. facilities providing outpatient, inpatient and day case treatments.
ensure the highest standards of care for all patients.
To adhere to the manifesto of care expected of all physician at King’s College Hospital.

Key Accountabilities:

Clinical

Investigate and manage patients attending and admitted to King’s College Hospital across a range of medical specialties.
Diagnose and treat patients according to established standards of best practice.
Review the results of all investigations in a timely fashion and modify treatment as required.
Liaise with senior clinicians with regard to decision making for in-patient care including carrying out care plans.
Conduct daily ward rounds of Neonatology in-patients with the consultant.
Review patients on a regular basis in accordance with the plan of care made on the ward round.
Perform clinical duties under the supervision of the admitting consultant and maintain regular communication with regard to patient management decisions.
Take hand over of patients from previous shift specialist in order to ensure continuity of care
Assist with interventional procedures appropriate to the Neonatology specialties and assist in the coordination of post treatment care on the wards.
Ensure protocols are followed with regard to obtaining appropriate consent for interventional procedures.
Respond to requests by the nursing team and medical colleagues to review the medical condition of patients on the ward.

Clinical Governance & Personal Development

Attend all relevant clinical meetings unless on approved leave.
Participate fully in all aspects of clinical governance making a significant contribution to clinical audit and risk management activities
Take an active role in identifying and reporting clinical risk.
Contribute to standard setting within the organisation.
Commit to continual personal development (CPD) and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice is followed.
Maintain own CPD through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements are met. Attend training and events organised by the hospital/clinic or other agencies, where appropriate.
Take responsibility for individual learning, development and performance and be willing to demonstrate professional activities and skills to peer reviewers.
Ensure that a record is maintained of professional development activities in order to inform annual appraisal.

Administrative

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources.
Comply with the UAE medical health authorities’ requirements in order to maintain medical licence.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of computer-based patient records.
Ensure confidentiality in all aspects of data management relating to patients, carers, colleagues, and other healthcare workers.
Maintain business confidentiality outside the organisation with respect to financial, clinical and administrative activities of King’s College Hospital.

Managerial

Assist the Clinical/Medical Director, Deputy CMO and CMO with recruitment of new staff when required.
Assume other administrative or clinical duties as needed
Be willing to deputise and delegate when appropriate.
Support colleagues with the smooth running of the hospital by providing cover and assistance, during periods of absence.
Welcome calls (although infrequent) from the management team, and physician on duty while out of working hours.

Quality

Strive to maintain quality in clinical care, alert other team members to issues of quality, and participate in quality improvement activity.
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on personal and team activities and identifying potential improvements.
Adhere to Hospital Policies and Procedures e.g. JCI, Code Blue, infection control, working hours and overtime.
Comply with Health and Safety Regulations, ensuring safe working practices in a safe working environment.

Education & Qualification, Experience, Training, Knowledge & Skill:

Education & Qualification

Experience

Training, Knowledge & Skills

Awareness and understanding of King’s College Hospital (KCH) policies and initiatives.
Resuscitation Certificate as per the specialty& Demonstrable ongoing and active Continues Personal Development (CPD)
Supports quality patient care by showing empathy, maintaining patient dignity, and following proper protocols.
Supports and guides junior team members, offering advice and assistance if required.
Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and discretion, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Proficient in basic computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with the ability to manage digital documentation and communication effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and stakeholders.
Highly self-motivated with strong internal work standards; sets realistic goals for self and supports others in achieving team objectives.

Specialist Neonatal ICU