Neurologist

Neurologist will diagnose and treat disorders that affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles, and related diseases of patients. Examine patient's mental and physical status, conduct medical tests and scans, and evaluate the results to properly diagnose and treat the patient.

Key responsibilities

Primarily is responsible for providing inpatient and outpatient neurological care by examining, diagnoses and treats disorders of the nervous system

Performs neurological examinations of the nerves of the head & neck; muscle strength and movement; balance, ambulation, and reflexes; and sensation, memory, speech, language, and other cognitive abilities

Competent to manage the core neurological diseases (the primary domain of neurologists) which include: Demyelinating diseases of the central nervous system, The epilepsies, Headache and migraine, Movement disorders, Polyneuropathies, Spinal cord disorders, Cognitive dysfunction, Genetic diseases with a primarily neurologic manifestation etc.

Must be able to perform & read diagnostic tests such as: EEG (electroencephalography), EMG/NCV (electromyography/nerve conduction velocity), VEP (visual evoked potential), BAEP (brainstem auditory evoked potential)

Identify presence of pathological blood conditions and prescribes and administers their relevant medications and drugs

Counsel patients or others on the background of neurological disorders including risk factors, or genetic or environmental concerns

Refer patients to other health care practitioners as necessary

Advise other physicians on the treatment of neurological problems

Prescribe or administer medications, such as anti-epileptic drugs, and monitor patients for behavioural and cognitive side effects

Prepare, maintain, or review records that include patients' histories, neurological examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes

Order supportive care services such as physical therapy, specialized nursing care, and social services

Education

• A Medical degree and the successful completion of a residency and fellowship in Neurology from an accredited institute
• Home country license and certification to practice Neurology
• Active DOH license as Consultant Neurology or equivalent.

Experience

• Experience working in a clinical setting with a proven track record
• Demonstrate manual dexterity as necessary to complete procedures and patient examinations
• Concentrate for extended lengths of time
• Tolerate frequent interruptions and accommodate readily to changing work priorities.
• Readily and effectively communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Good command in written and spoken English, Arabic fluency is an advantage.
• Presentable and pleasing personality
• Proactive and approachable
• Required physical activities to include standing, walking, kneeling, lifting, stretching, stooping and repetitive movements.