We are looking for an endocrinologist who specializes in the treatment of hormone disorders and diseases of the bodys glandular system. This doctor is a specialist to whom patients are often referred from a general practice physician. An endocrinologist examines patients and diagnoses illnesses in glands such as the pituitary adrenal thyroid and hypothalamus. He/She may prescribe medication or recommend surgery depending on the disorder. Within a hospital environment an endocrinologist reports to a medical director.
Job Responsibilities:
- The endocrinologist performs an examination searching for signs and symptoms of hormone imbalance disorders or diseases such as osteoporosis diabetes or thyroid malfunction.
- He might order tests to better understand a patients condition. For example he might gauge whether a patients hormone levels are normal or determine whether metabolism is abnormally slow or fast.
- He may assess the level of sugar and insulin within a patients body to diagnose diabetes.
- If an endocrinologist detects abnormalities or illnesses he explains the condition to a patient prescribes treatment and conducts follow-up visits.
- The endocrinologist counsels patients on subjects such as diet hygiene and other areas of preventative maintenance for problems such as hypertension and cholesterol levels.
Qualifications:
- MBBS or MBChB or equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
- Specialization degree in Endocrinology and minimum three years of experience
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients families doctors nurses and other clinical staff.
- Certification in Basic and Advanced Life Support ALSO Certification is also required.(GYNAC).
- Fluency in English (speak read and write).
- Arabic speaking skills will be an added advantage. Excellent Computer Literacy skills are required.
- Publications in peer reviewed journals will be well regarded.