Psychiatry Geriatric Consultant

Summary

Responsible to focus on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of complex mental disorders uniquely occurring in late life.

Education / Qualification Required:

1. Basic medical degree from recognized institution
2. Post-qualification certification
   • Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.  
     • USA: The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
     • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (RCPS-C)
     • UK and Ireland: GMC/CCST Specialist Register
     • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal College (FRACP)
     • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Minimum Three (3) years of experience after board
• Experience in Psychiatry Geriatric is a must
• Arabic Speaker

License:

Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides high quality care to patients in this area of medicine
• Provides consultative service as requested
• Supervise fellows, staff/assistant physicians and resident
• Actively participate in the training and teaching of residents and fellows in his area of expertise
• Participates in research activities
• Participates in committees and other administrative functions as needed
• Performs special procedures as privileges
• Follows all Hospital-related policies and procedures