What Jobs are available for Emergency Medicine in Qatar?

Openings for
Emergency Medicine Specialist
in
Hamad Medical Corporation

Location:
Doha – Qatar

Eligibility:

• MBBS + MD or equivalent postgraduate qualification in the relevant specialty (as per Qatar standards)
• Minimum 4 years post-registration experience
• Currently working as Specialist

Preference for Teaching/Govt. hospital background

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Hiring: Emergency Medicine Consultant – Qatar

We are looking for Emergency Medicine Consultant Doctors who are open to relocating to Qatar.

Interviews are happening soon with one of the most prestigious hospitals in Qatar.

• Accommodation provided
• Travel allowance
• Transportation
• Visa sponsorship

If you are interested or would like to know more, please share your updated CV or get in touch for further details.

• Post CCT / CESR with a minimum of 3 years of experience
• Holder of MRCEM or FRCEM qualification
• Eligible for licensing with the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners QCHP

Job Title:
Specialist – Emergency Medicine

Department:
Emergency Department

Hospital:
Military Medical City Hospital (MMCH) – Qatar

Reports to:
Head of Emergency Department

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Job Summary

The
Specialist in Emergency Medicine
provides high-quality, evidence-based emergency care to patients presenting with acute illnesses or injuries. The role involves rapid assessment, stabilization, and management of emergency cases, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and effective interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and effective diagnosis, stabilization, and treatment of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
• Manage a wide spectrum of emergency cases including medical, surgical, trauma, and pediatric emergencies.
• Perform necessary procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement, and advanced resuscitation.
• Triage patients according to severity and ensure appropriate prioritization of care.
• Collaborate with other specialties to coordinate admissions, transfers, and referrals as required.
• Participate in emergency response teams (e.g., Code Blue, trauma calls) within the hospital.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the hospital's electronic medical records system.
• Supervise and guide junior medical staff, nurses, and allied health professionals in the Emergency Department.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives, audits, and continuing education activities.
• Adhere to hospital policies, clinical protocols, and regulatory standards to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of specialty training in
  Emergency Medicine
  .
• Valid license or eligibility for licensing with the
  Qatar Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP)
  .
• Minimum of
  3 years of post-graduate experience
  in Emergency Medicine.
• Advanced Life Support certifications (ACLS, ATLS, PALS) preferred.
• Strong clinical decision-making and emergency procedural skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities in a multicultural environment.

Company Description
International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips:

Job Description
The Emergency Room Physician assess and attends to patients who enter a hospital's emergency room. They immediately treat any injuries, infections, or other conditions to stabilize patients. ER doctors request medical tests for patients, create treatment plans and recommend patients to appropriate specialists.   They coordinate medical referrals, coordinate admissions, monitor and arrange final dispositions.  In addition, provide stabilization and coordination of evacuation to local medical center. We are looking for candidates with a commitment to a proactive approach to workplace safety while taking a diplomatic and professional approach to patient interactions.

Key Responsibilities:
Urgent and Emergency Care

• Provide emergent, urgent, and emergency care services, encompassing acute illness and injury management, splinting or strapping, wound management, minor office procedures, and other services within the provider's credentialed skills.
• Provide follow-up for emergency and definitive medical care that can be provided on the CARE compound as referenced in this paragraph, including medications and laboratory testing.
• Urgent care may be offered during appointments, walk-in "sick call", or a combination thereof.
• Critical care and surgical emergencies, while rarely managed onsite, shall be addressed through initial resuscitation and stabilization efforts, medical communication with a receiving hospital and ambulance service, and successful transfer or disposition of the patient into the local healthcare system.
• Manage certain emergencies, such as sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, may have specific cultural sensitivities and legal consideration that differ from the U.S.
• Must remain culturally sensitive in their response to these unanticipated challenges.
• Include and request urgently if required interpreters and advisors familiar with local law and customs and who are sensitive to patient concerns.
• Must promptly report any suspicion of child abuse to the CARE Doha V2X Program Manager (PM).
• Patient identity and privacy MUST always be maintained.
• Recommend follow-up care to ensure continuity and improvement of patient health.
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient health information and histories.
• Consult and refer patients to specialists based on their medical conditions.
• Coordinate comprehensive healthcare plans with nursing staff, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with other medical staff to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Provide clinical reporting to the Director of Clinical Operations as requested for monthly mandated reports.
• Mentor and support staff development through clinical guidance.
• Adhere to best practices in line with clinical guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Contribute to the clinical excellence framework under the guidance of the DCMO.
• May rotate in different clinics as required
• Liaise with external agencies as necessary to promote continuity of care and facilitate professional referrals and patient handovers.
• Participate in after hour and call coverage to assure 24 hour 7 days a week coverage.
• Participate in mass-casualty drills twice a year and remain available for on-call coverage.
• Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

Primary Care

• Provide primary care services, which shall encompass comprehensive, initial patient intake, and continuing medical care for individuals presenting with any undiagnosed condition, sign, symptom, or health concern, regardless of its origin (biological, behavioral, or social), organ system, or diagnosis.
• Provide services including health promotion, nutritional assessment and counseling, disease prevention, health maintenance, patient education, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses.
• Ensure the provision of treatment for common adult and pediatric conditions, such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension, rashes, and upper respiratory infections, along with preventive health measures for individuals across all age groups from newborns to geriatric patients.
• Must possess the capability to perform and provide at least initial interpretation of adult electrocardiograms (EKG), with provision for follow-up interpretation if clinically necessary.
• Primary care services may be offered through scheduled appointments, walk-in "sick call" sessions, or a combination thereof.

Guest Medical Screening and Arrival Processing

• Ensure that guests arriving with medical conditions or medications are screened by medical staff to facilitate timely follow-on appointments.
• Coordinate with IOM medical staff to streamline the screening process and ensure efficient movement of guests through arrival processing stations.
• Maintain appropriate communication channels with the International Office of Migration (IOM) medical personnel to address any medical concerns or emergencies that may arise during the screening and arrival processing procedures.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Qualifications
Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the country recruited. As example, physicians licensed or credentialed by a national council (e.g. the UK) or by a state or provincial council (the U.S. or Canada or other country with strict licensing) are assumed to have acceptable credentials.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience.
• Demonstrated experience in executive level interpersonal skills and ability to work in a matrix environment.
• Remote site experience preferred.

Education Required:

• Graduated from an approved medical school that is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and is noted to be acceptable for applying to the ECFMG for the year of graduation listed.
• Board Eligible in Emergency Medicine or equivalent.
• Obtain provided American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• American Heart Association - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification is preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification preferred.
• DEA number or Equivalent is preferred.

Key Skills:

• Critical Thinking and Decision-Making: Ability to assess situations rapidly and make quick, effective decisions in high-pressure environments.
• Advanced Life Support Skills: Proficient in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in performing invasive procedures such as intubation, central line placement, thoracostomy, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Diagnostic Acumen: Strong ability to interpret radiological images, lab results, and clinical data to arrive at accurate diagnoses.
• Multitasking Ability: Capable of managing multiple patients and priorities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Effective Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication to convey information clearly to patients, families, and medical staff.
• Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills that foster trusting relationships with patients and their families, particularly during stressful situations.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, paramedics, specialists, and support staff.
• Stress Management: Ability to remain composed and effective under pressure, demonstrating resilience in high-stakes situations.
• Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse patient backgrounds and tailoring care to meet individual needs.

Essential Capabilities:

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a calm, confident demeanor when in stressful situations.
• Results oriented and able to meet project deliverables.
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet demanding deadlines.
• Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.

Other Special Qualifications:

• On call requirements as part of a rotation if required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• This position is unaccompanied.
• Ability to obtain a base security clearance.
• Must be able to relocate to Doha, Qatar.
• A valid passport is required in country of record and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay.

Additional Information

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.