5 Pediatrics jobs in Qatar

The Developmental Pediatrics Clinic is a private outpatient facility within the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine and Developmental Pediatrics. Our multidisciplinary team includes pediatric neuro-disability specialists, clinical psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and clinical nurses. As one of only two accredited I-ACGME fellowship training sites, we partner with the Child Development Center at Hamad Medical Corporation. We currently focus on diagnostic assessments and limited intervention services that emphasize parent education and support. Our goal is to reduce wait times and expand our offerings, with a vision to establish a premier Autism Center tailored for the MENA region.

Sidra Medicine is looking for a full-time psychologist ( Doctoral Level). Salary will reflect experience and qualifications. Join our state-of-the-art clinic and collaborate with a diverse, expert team. Responsibilities include conducting psychological intakes, behavioral assessments, and interventions for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. You’ll also engage in service development and represent the Division in the community. Doctoral-level candidates will have additional clinical, training, and research responsibilities, including faculty roles in our fellowship program. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Multi-Disciplinary Diagnostic Assessments: Consistent with one’s level of training, scope, and clinical skill/knowledge and hospital privileges, contributes to the team’s diagnostic assessments by effectively using, interpreting, and integrating complex psychological data from various sources, including psychological/neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, screening tools, structured observations, and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members, and others involved in the child’s or adolescent’s care. - Comprehensive Reporting: Composes thorough written reports of psychological and behavioral assessments, ensuring clarity and comprehensiveness. Reviews relevant school and medical records to enhance understanding of cases. - Family Support: Provides specialized clinical psychological input to families, including evidence-based counseling on parenting strategies and behavioral management for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. - Evidence-Based Interventions: Offers evidence-based psychological treatments to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as co-occurring issues like anxiety (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy). - Group Therapy and Group Education Programs: Conducts group therapy interventions for children and families, including social skills training for children with ASD and group parent education programs. - School Communication and Educational Guidance: Communicates directly with schools and staff, when applicable, with parental consent, to gather insights and support the child’s needs. Becomes familiar with Qatar’s public and private educational systems, as well as local community resources, to effectively counsel parents on appropriate educational placements and access to therapy interventions based on diagnostic assessment outcomes. - Professional Consultation: Provides specialist psychological advice, guidance, and consultation to other professionals contributing to patients' diagnoses and treatment plans. Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, engaging in peer consultations and multidisciplinary meetings to improve clinical care and maintain professional standards. - Ongoing Professional Development: Actively seeks and participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure. Stays updated with current literature, seek peer supervision, and participates in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in clinical psychology, counseling, developmental psychology, and neuropsychology. Obtains or maintains certification in social-interaction focused/play-based therapy interventions aimed at developing functional emotional capacities in children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., DIRFloortime). - Supervision of Colleagues: Provides clinical supervision, based on your scope and experience, to enhance the clinical skills and professional development of peers, fellows, trainees, and early-career colleagues. - Service Development Participation: Participates in committees and initiatives aimed at further service improvement and development. - Community Representation: Represents the Division by giving lectures, presentations, and attending community events. - Research Engagement: Participates in ongoing research activities to advance knowledge in the field. - Culturally Competent Services: Provides psychological services (e.g., assessment, intervention, consultation) with cultural competence, ensuring respect for a wide variety of ethnic, linguistic, and religious populations. - Adherence to Standards: Upholds Sidra’s standards as outlined in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies, and adhere to international ethical standards and guidelines. - Promotion of Sidra’s Values: Actively promotes and embodies the values of Sidra Medicine in all professional interactions.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CLINICAL TRAINING:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, applied psychology, or related mental health field. Doctoral degree (Ph.D., or PsyD, or DClinPsych) in Clinical Psychology.

Clinical Training: Three years of supervised clinical work experience and/or a total of 4000 hours of supervised clinical experience (whichever applies) is required as part of pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE, LICENSURES, AND SKILLS: • Work Experience: 5+ years experience as a clinical psychologist, psychological associate, or licensed mental health counselor, inclusive of 2+ years in a job position fully or partly dedicated to working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. For U.S.-trained applicants, this requirement is met if you have completed a pre-doctoral internship and/or clinical fellowship focusing on developmental pediatrics/neurodevelopmental disorders/ Autism Spectrum Disorder. • Certification and Licensure: Current Professional License in country of origin. Eligible for license in State of Qatar. • Language Skills: Fluency in written and spoken English. PREFERRED JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES: •Certified and experienced in the use of clinical diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, CARS-2. •Certified in, or having completed formal training programs in specific psychotherapy interventions or parenting programs that apply to children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families. •Fluency in Written and Spoken Arabic. •Fluency in a second or third language.

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The Developmental Pediatrics Clinic is a private outpatient facility within the Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine and Developmental Pediatrics. Our multidisciplinary team includes pediatric neuro-disability specialists, clinical psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and clinical nurses. As one of only two accredited I-ACGME fellowship training sites, we partner with the Child Development Center at Hamad Medical Corporation.
We currently focus on diagnostic assessments and limited intervention services that emphasize parent education and support. Our goal is to reduce wait times and expand our offerings, with a vision to establish a premier Autism Center tailored for the MENA region.Sidra Medicine is looking for a full-time psychologist ( Doctoral Level). Salary will reflect experience and qualifications. Join our state-of-the-art clinic and collaborate with a diverse, expert team.
Responsibilities include conducting psychological intakes, behavioral assessments, and interventions for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. You’ll also engage in service development and represent the Division in the community. Doctoral-level candidates will have additional clinical, training, and research responsibilities, including faculty roles in our fellowship program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Multi-Disciplinary Diagnostic Assessments: Consistent with one’s level of training, scope, and clinical skill/knowledge and hospital privileges, contributes to the team’s diagnostic assessments by effectively using, interpreting, and integrating complex psychological data from various sources, including psychological/neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, screening tools, structured observations, and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members, and others involved in the child’s or adolescent’s care.
- Comprehensive Reporting: Composes thorough written reports of psychological and behavioral assessments, ensuring clarity and comprehensiveness. Reviews relevant school and medical records to enhance understanding of cases.
- Family Support: Provides specialized clinical psychological input to families, including evidence-based counseling on parenting strategies and behavioral management for children with neurodevelopmental disorders.
- Evidence-Based Interventions: Offers evidence-based psychological treatments to children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), as well as co-occurring issues like anxiety (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
- Group Therapy and Group Education Programs: Conducts group therapy interventions for children and families, including social skills training for children with ASD and group parent education programs.
- School Communication and Educational Guidance: Communicates directly with schools and staff, when applicable, with parental consent, to gather insights and support the child’s needs. Becomes familiar with Qatar’s public and private educational systems, as well as local community resources, to effectively counsel parents on appropriate educational placements and access to therapy interventions based on diagnostic assessment outcomes.
- Professional Consultation: Provides specialist psychological advice, guidance, and consultation to other professionals contributing to patients' diagnoses and treatment plans. Collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, engaging in peer consultations and multidisciplinary meetings to improve clinical care and maintain professional standards.
- Ongoing Professional Development: Actively seeks and participate in professional development activities to maintain licensure. Stays updated with current literature, seek peer supervision, and participates in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in clinical psychology, counseling, developmental psychology, and neuropsychology. Obtains or maintains certification in social-interaction focused/play-based therapy interventions aimed at developing functional emotional capacities in children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders (e.g., DIRFloortime).
- Supervision of Colleagues: Provides clinical supervision, based on your scope and experience, to enhance the clinical skills and professional development of peers, fellows, trainees, and early-career colleagues.
- Service Development Participation: Participates in committees and initiatives aimed at further service improvement and development.
- Community Representation: Represents the Division by giving lectures, presentations, and attending community events.
- Research Engagement: Participates in ongoing research activities to advance knowledge in the field.
- Culturally Competent Services: Provides psychological services (e.g., assessment, intervention, consultation) with cultural competence, ensuring respect for a wide variety of ethnic, linguistic, and religious populations.
- Adherence to Standards: Upholds Sidra’s standards as outlined in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies, and adhere to international ethical standards and guidelines.
- Promotion of Sidra’s Values: Actively promotes and embodies the values of Sidra Medicine in all professional interactions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CLINICAL TRAINING:Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Psychology.
Master’s degree in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, applied psychology, or related mental health field.
Doctoral degree (Ph. D., or Psy D, or DClin Psych) in Clinical Psychology.Clinical Training:
Three years of supervised clinical work experience and/or a total of 4000 hours of supervised clinical experience (whichever applies) is required as part of pre-doctoral and post-doctoral training.REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE, LICENSURES, AND SKILLS:
• Work Experience:
5+ years experience as a clinical psychologist, psychological associate, or licensed mental health counselor, inclusive of 2+ years in a job position fully or partly dedicated to working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism Spectrum Disorder. For U. S.-trained applicants, this requirement is met if you have completed a pre-doctoral internship and/or clinical fellowship focusing on developmental pediatrics/neurodevelopmental disorders/ Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Certification and Licensure:
Current Professional License in country of origin.
Eligible for license in State of Qatar.
• Language Skills:
Fluency in written and spoken English.
PREFERRED JOB-SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
•Certified and experienced in the use of clinical diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, CARS-2.
•Certified in, or having completed formal training programs in specific psychotherapy interventions or parenting programs that apply to children with neurodevelopmental disorders and their families.
•Fluency in Written and Spoken Arabic.
•Fluency in a second or third language.#J-18808-Ljbffr

**Company**
QatarEnergy is an integrated national oil corporation that stands at theforefront of efforts for the long term sustainable

development,utilization and monetization of oil and gas resources in the State ofQatar.In its efforts to become one of the

best national energy companies inthe world, QatarEnergy's activities and those of its subsidiaries andjoint ventures,

encompass the entire spectrum of the oil and gas valuechain locally, regionally, and internationally.They include the

exploration, refining and production, marketing, andsale of oil and gas, liquefied natural gas (LNG), natural gas

liquids(NGL), gas to liquids (GTL) products, refined products, petrochemicals,fertilizers, steel and aluminum. As an

integrated corporation,QatarEnergy's activities also include marketing and sale of oil and gasand other various

products.QatarEnergy's operations and activities are conducted at various onshorelocations, including Doha, Dukhan and

the Mesaieed and Ras LaffanIndustrial Cities; and at various offshore areas, such as offshore oilfields production stations,

drilling platforms, Halul oil export island,and the North Field, which is the largest single non-associated gasreservoir in the

world covering an area of 6,000 square kilometers. Theutilization of this field’s massive reserves has become a

primarynational goal to continue the development and prosperity of the country.QatarEnergy pays the utmost attention to

the health and safety of itsemployees, contractors, visitors and the local communities where itoperates. From drilling to

construction, operations to decommissioning,QatarEnergy's health, safety and environment policy forms an integralpart of

the corporation’s daily business and long term planning.QatarEnergy is committed to contribute to a better future by

meetingtoday’s economic needs, while safeguarding our environment and resourcesfor generations to come. Thriving on

innovation and excellence,QatarEnergy is bound to the highest levels of sustainable human, socio-economic, and

environmental development in Qatar and beyond.

**Department**
HEALTHCARE

**Primary purpose of job**
To provide comprehensive primary health care to QatarEnergy employees and eligible beneficiaries at Healthcare facilities.

**Experience & Skills**:

- Minimum of 5 years clinical experience after qualification (essential).
- Minimum of 2 years experience in pediatrics (essential).
- Clinical experience in emergency urgent care and medical speciality (preferred).
- Proficient in Computerised software (essential) and literate in Microsoft office(desirable)
- Effective Clinical consultation skills (essential).

**Education**
- Medical degree (5 years) from a recognised institution (MBBS or equivalent) (essential).
- Evidence of continuous professional development (essential).
- DHP approved post-graduate Pediatrics specialist training and specialization.

**Overall Purpose of Job**:
The Registered will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating direct and indirect clinical care to patients. She/ he will competently function as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide patient and community centered care. She/he serves as an advocate for the patient and their family and intercedes on their behalf by acting as a liaison for patients and their families with respect to their rights and beliefs. The Registered Nurse will utilize their expertise of evidenced based medical practice to manage unexpected and emergent situations, to mitigate and treat a variety of injuries and illnesses in a prompt and professional manner.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist medical providers with medical procedures and treatments as allowed within licensed scope of work.
- Applies a systematic approach to pediatric assessments and documentation of the patient’s vital signs, chief complaint, medical history, prescribed medications.
- The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care.
- Interviews patients and family members and consults with attending physicians, other staff members to determine and evaluate the kind of health and physical care needed.
- Establish observable and documentable patient goals using care plans within NANDA.
- Report all changes in patient’s conditions to the medical provider.
- Proactively and independently administer basic care, including but not limited to inserting catheters with blood specimen collection, urine collection and EKG’s, visual acuity, basic wound care, changing bandages or administering intravenous medications.
- Assist patients with basic care and activities of daily living, as needed.
- Provides support and family/patient education to help patients make responsible health decisions.
- Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.
- Restocking clinical and provider areas once supplies are received.
- Cross-train to work within in the clinics, emergency room, and inpatient units.
- On-call rotation schedule participation as needed
- Other duties as assigned.

**Experience Required**:

- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience with minimum of 1-year pediatric nursing experience)
- Experience in a clinic setting (urgent care, emergency room, etc.)

**Education Required**:

- Current and unrestricted license from any US State, District of Columbia or US Territory to provide healthcare within scope of practice.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree is required from an Accredited nursing program.
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
- American Heart Association - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification is preferred

**Physical Requirements**:

- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
- Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
- May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

**Other Special Requirements**:

- Must be able to read, write, and speak English to effectively communicate.
- This position is unaccompanied.
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
- US DOS clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
- Must be able to relocate to Qatar.
- A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Qatar.

**Additional Information**:

- This job description outlines the types of responsibilities the incumbent is required to perform._