Psychologist (Pediatric Experience)

Job Description

NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates. Since 1975, it has provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to its patients and is proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world.

NMCs network is made up of 85 medical facilities, including JCI-accredited multi-specialty hospitals, medical centres, community clinics, day surgery centres, fertility clinics, home health services, and long-term care facilities. It employs over 12,000 people and serves over 5.5 million patients every year.

Job Summary:

Participates in the diagnosis and therapy of psychiatric illness. Serves as a professional assistant to Psychiatrists who provide psychiatric care to inpatients and outpatients with mental or psychological illnesses; and engages in preventive care as a part of an integrated program of curative and preventive medicine.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric interviews and collect diagnostic data.
• Provide a range of psychotherapies, including individual, group, and family therapy.
• Offer counseling for couples experiencing marital conflicts.
• Apply behavioral methods for treating children and adults, determining the frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy.
• Administer and interpret psychometric tests for diagnosis and therapy evaluation.
• Participate in research and educational initiatives to enhance treatment methods and techniques.
• Stay updated on advances in personality development, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders to support mental health programs.
• Advise community organizations and participate in psychological and welfare-related activities.
• Provide after-hours or weekend on-call services as required for specific cases or emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

• Adhere to international guidelines, DOH regulations, and Joint Commission International (JCI) standards in patient care and professional duties.
• Comply with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and infection control policies, standards, and procedures.
• Follow documented OSH procedures and instructions related to assigned responsibilities.
• Remain familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Report OSH hazards, incidents, and near misses, and assist with preparing risk assessments and incident reports.
• Comply with waste management procedures and policies.
• Participate in OSH/Infection Control training, mock drills, and awareness programs.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety systems at all times.

Qualification, Education & Experience:

• Masters degree in clinical psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in the field of clinical psychology.
• Strong understanding of medical ethics, particularly regarding the obligation to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in administering and interpreting intelligence, achievement, interest, personality, and other psychological assessments and measurement tools.
• Valid licensure in country of origin and DOH license to practice in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with colleagues, supervisors, patients, and families.