Specialist Psychiatrist

About the role

Royal Health Heart Center in Al Ain is hiring a full-time Specialist Psychiatrist. The role covers psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and medication management, together with psychotherapy and collaboration with other healthcare professionals.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments to diagnose mental health conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessments and patient needs.
• Diagnose mental health disorders using DSM-5 criteria.
• Prescribe medications and monitor their effects, adjusting treatment as necessary.
• Provide psychotherapy and other therapeutic interventions, including individual and group therapy.
• Collaborate with psychologists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with legal and ethical standards.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments and coping strategies.
• Take part in professional development and community outreach to promote mental health awareness.

Required profile

• Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) from an accredited institution.
• Residency program in psychiatry completed.
• Board certification in psychiatry.
• Valid medical license.

Required skills

• Proficiency in therapeutic modalities and psychiatric evaluation techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build rapport with patients and families.