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PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSREQUIREMENTSPQR 2011 2011- Health Authority Abu Dhabi (HAAD)


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TABLE OF CONTENTSACKNOWLEDGMENTS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4

ABBREVIATIONS KEY................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

PQR REFERENCES ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9

GUIDELINE TO THE PQR 2011 .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

SUMMARY OF THE MAJOR CHANGES TO THE QUALIFICATION AND THE REQUIREMENT INTRODUCED IN THE PQR 2011 ........................................................................ 12

MEDICAL DOCTORS .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

TIER 1 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN LICENSE ................................................................................................................................................. 17

TIER 2 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO FOR CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN LICENSE .......................................................................................................................................... 18

TIER 3 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO SPECIALIST PHYSICIANS LICENSE ................................................................................................................................................... 19

DENTISTS .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 20

TIER 1 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT DENTIST .................................................................................................................................................................. 22

TIER 2 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT DENTIST LICENSE ..................................................................................................................................................... 23

TIER 3 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO SPECIALIST DENTIST LICENSE ......................................................................................................................................................... 23

NURSING .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 24

CATEGORIES OF SPECIALTY NURSES ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26MIDWIFERY .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29

TRANSPLANT & DONATION COORDINATORS ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 31

CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICES .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32

ANESTHESIA ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 33

AUDIOLOGY .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 34

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERS .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 35

CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGISTS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

CAST TECHNICIAN ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 38


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CENTRAL STERILE SERVICES ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39

CLINICAL DIETETICS - NUTRITIONIST ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 40

CLINICAL DIETETICS-EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 41

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 42

CLINICAL SCIENTISTS ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 43

LABORATORY SPECIALIZATION FOR CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST .................................................................................................................................................... 43

DENTAL CLINICAL SUPPORT ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44

DISCHARGE PLANNERS ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 47

ELECTRO-NEURODIAGNOSTIC ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS (EMT) /PARAMEDICS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 49

GENETIC COUNSELOR ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51

HEALTH EDUCATOR .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 51

HEALTH INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 52

IN-VITRO FERTILIZATION (IVF) .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 53

MEDICAL LABORATORY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 54

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY-EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................... 56

MEDICAL IMAGING ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 57

RADIOLOGY/ MEDICAL IMAGING -EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................... 65

MEDICAL PHYSICS ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66

MEDICAL SECRETARY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 67

NUCLEAR MEDICINE / PET SCANNING ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 68

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 70

OPHTHALMIC POSITIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 72

ORTHOPTIC ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73

PERFUSIONIST .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74


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PHARMACY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 75

PHYSIOTHERAPY ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 78PODIATRY ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 80

PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81

PUBLIC HEALTH: TECHNICAL NON MEDICAL POSITIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 82

PUBLIC HEALTH - TECHNICAL SPECIALTIES ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 83

RADIOTHERAPY ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 84

REHABILITATION....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 86

RENAL DIALYSIS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 87

RESPIRATORY THERAPY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 88

SOCIAL WORK ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 91

SPEECH THERAPY ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 92

SURGICAL / OPERATION ROOM TECHNOLOGY ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 93

TOXICOLOGY ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 94

2011- Health Authority Abu Dhabi (HAAD)


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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

We would like to thank all the individuals who have dedicatedtheir expertise and time during the course of the revision of the PQR.

Their efforts in this undertaking are much appreciated.


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ABBREVIATIONS KEYAbbreviations as presented throughout this document

ACIS:Advanced Cardiac Life Support. ALMS: Australian Institute of Medical Sciences. ARRT:American Registry of Radiological Technologists. ASCLS:American Society for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. ASCP: American Society for Clinical Pathology. BACCALAUREATE:An academic degree conferred to individual

who has successfully completed under graduate studies.

BLS: Basic Life Support. BSC: Bachelors degree. C.T:Computed Tomography. CAP:College of American Pathologists. CCT:Certified Clinical Transport. CD:Certificate diploma. CME:Continuous Medical Education. COGS :Certificate of Good Standings CPD:Continuing Professional Development. CRS:Credential Review Section. CSMLS:Canadian Society for Medical laboratory Sciences. CSRT:Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists. CSSD:Central Sterile Services Department. CST: Certified Surgical technologist. E.M.S:Executive Medical Secretary. ECG:Electro Cardiogram. EEG:Electro Encephalography. EMG:Electro Myography. FAIMER: Foundation for the Advancement of International

Medical Education &Research HAAD: Health Authority Abu Dhabi. HP:Health Professional. HPLD:Health Professionals Licensing Department

ICU:Intrusive Care Unit. IFBIS:International Federation of Biomedical Sciences. IMED: International Medical Education Directory. IVF:In Vitro Fertilization. JCIA:Joint Commission International Accreditation. MLT:Medical laboratory Technologist or Technician. MRI:Magnetic Resonance Imaging. N.Z:New Zealand. NB: (Noti Bieina) :Notice Please. NBRC:National Board of Respiratory Care. NCLEX:National council licensure examination. NCSBN:The National Council of State Board of Nursing. NLT:Not Less Than. NMTCB:Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification. NREMT:National Registry of Emergency Medical Technologists. O P:Orthotics and Prosthetics. OPO:Organ Procurement Orga PALS:Pediatric advanced life support. PHARM D:Doctor of Pharmacy. PHD:Doctor of philosophy. PQR:Personal Qualification Requirements. RRT:Registered Respiratory Therapist. U.K:United Kingdom. UAE:United Arab Emirates. UK-HPC:United Kingdom Health Professional Council. USA:United State of America. WHO:World Health Organization. W. EUROPE:Western Europe. WPM: Word Per minute.


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PQR REFERENCES01 Relevant W.H.O publications02 International Handbook of Medical Education03 International Handbook of Universities04 International Guide to Qualifications in Education (UK)05 British Qualifications (UK)06 Guide to Post Graduate Degrees, Diplomas and courses in Medicine (UK)07 Directory of Schools of Medicine and Nursing (UK)08 International Postgraduate Medication Education (The Royal Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada)09 Approved Postgraduate Qualifications for Temporary Registration (New Zealand)10 American Board of Medical Specialties: Policies and Procedures11 EEC Directives on the General System for the Recognition of Professional Qualifications12 The European Specialist- Medical Qualifications Order 199513 Guide to the Equalization of Health Certificates issued by the Saudi Council for Health Specialists (K.S.A)14 Guide to Evaluation of Health Certificates (Sultanat of Oman)15 Guide to Equalization of Medical and Health Certificates (Kuwait)16 Guide to Promotion of Medical Staff (HamadMedical Corporation, Qatar)17 UAE MOH guide to evaluation of Medical Qualifications18 SKMC Job Profile19 Tawam Hospital Job Profile20 Corniche Hospital Job Profile21 Medical Councils, Dental Councils, Health Professional Councils (Various Countries)22 Licensing Authorities (Various Countries)23 Professional Organizations (Various Countries)


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GUIDELINE TO THE PQR 2011What is the PQR?The PQR or the Professional Qualifications Requirements (formerly known Personnel Qualifications Requirements) is a reference to standardize the requirements of

licensing health professionals in Abu Dhabi. The PQR standards dictate the minimum expertise generally necessary for performing heath care related practice within a

broad category. The Standards are not designed to provide relative evaluations of individuals (i.e. identify the best individual for a given position).

There are two basic components when evaluating health professionals for licensing

1. Academic degrees2. Professional experience

Academic degrees include educational experience/certifications obtained by the health professional. Professional experiences include substantive, salaried experience

relevant to the discipline being considered for licensure. Though both components are necessary for licensure of all health professionals, the type and extent of these

components is unique to each discipline.

What is the purpose of developing the PQR?The purpose of the Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR) for Health Care Professionals is to ensure that all health professionals of the Health Authority - Abu

Dhabi (HAAD) meet and maintain professional qualifications and experience standards set to ensure quality health care within universally accepted health care

standards. . It is the responsibility of the Health Authority Abu Dhabi through the department of professional licensing, as stated in the Resolution No. 97/2002 issued

by the Director of H.H. Office dated 23.6.2002, to maintain the PQR within the predetermined universally accepted healthcare standards and to ensure candidates

meet or indeed exceed the qualifications as detailed in the PQR.


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Are the PQR Standards mandatory or are they guidance?The standards are mandatory and any health professional licensed in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi must comply with such standards. Standards depicted as preferred are

strongly recommended for healthcare providers/employers to consider but are not mandatory requirements for licensing.

How were these Standards produced?Since its first publication, the PQR is the result of an extensive and continuous research and consultation with:

1) International, federal and local health regulatory and licensing organizations;

2) Professional societies and associations;

3) Academic institutions and colleges;

4) Individuals, experts and professional working groups.

For further information on the references please refer to reference page

What are the major differences between PQR 2008 and new PQR 2011?The new changes in the PQR 2011 can be summarized under 3 major areas;

1. Modification of nomenclature

2. Change of the qualification or the experience requirements for some positions

3. Addition/Removal of medical professions

Modification of nomenclature Personnel Qualifications Requirements changed to Professional Qualifications Requirements Specialists equivalency changed to Tier 3 Amendments to some position titles


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SUMMARY OF THE MAJOR CHANGES TO THE QUALIFICATION AND THE REQUIREMENT INTRODUCED IN THE PQR 2011 Doctors Tier 1 years of experience required is reduced from 3 years to 2 years.

UAE Nationals with Tier 2 qualifications: will immediately qualify for Specialist upon completions of certification (1 year ofexperience post certification no longer required)

For UAE Nationals Tier 2 qualifications: each year clinical fellowship (from Tier 1 countries) is counted as two years of clinicalexperience

Tier 3 qualifications (previously called medical specialist equivalency table) Nursing Masters Degree is required for ADON position

Basic Life Support Certificate is mandatory for all nursing Required experience is no longer limited to acute care hospitals, however, must be relevant to the area of practice. Additional specialty nurse category : Orthopedic Nurse

Allied Health All Health Technology graduates of UAE universities/colleges (eg. Lab, Radiology, etc) and holding a bachelor degree or 3 yearDiploma, will be waived from the 2 years required experience.

Masters Degree is required for all Manager, Senior Supervisor and Supervisor positions For UAE nationals experience is reduced to be half of what is required for Non nationals. Standardized mandatory years of experience for all positions in all categories . Masters degrees in clinical related field (where depicted as preferred) will reduce the required years of experience by 1 year BSc required for all Dieticians Optometry experience is no longer limited to acute care hospitals only

New Positions Anesthesia Technologist Biomedical Engineering Cast Technician Clinical Resource Midwife

Dispensing Optician Emergency Medical Technicians Genetic Counselors Health Education Health Information Supervisor Senior Charge Midwife Senior Prefusionist Sonographer Toxicology

Deleted Positions Dark Room Technicians Optometry Technician


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What is the meaning of tier 1, 2, and 3?Tier is a term used to indicate a category of qualifications for postgraduate education for medical/dental doctors. The determination of these categories is based on

the level and presence of academic structure and competency based evaluation during qualifying degree. It is important to note that Tier 1 and Tier 2 qualifications

lead to consultant licensure (with the only difference being in the number of required years of experience post certification). Tier 3 qualifications lead to specialist

licensure, consultant licensure cannot be attained through Tier 3 qualifications. Final licensure granted (e.g. Consultant, Specialist) connotes the acquisition of

equivocal standards of medical competence, duties, and rights for all health professionals within that title irrespective of which tier level was used to grant the

license. (i.e. Consultant status granted through Tier 2 qualifications is considered equal to consultant status granted through Tier 1 qualifications. Similarly, specialist

status granted through tier 1, 2 or 3 are all equal).

How are certificates/qualification evaluated?Certificates and qualifications are evaluated using the following criteria:

1. The country and institution from which the certificate was awarded.2. The level of international recognition of the Certificate.3. The duration and content of study, with special emphasis on the presence or absence of cl inical practice/practical training as relevant to the type of licensure

requested.It is important to note:

Certificates/qualifications acquired through experiences of honorary nature (such as a non practicing visiting physician) are not counted towards PQRrequirements.

Certificates/qualifications acquired through correspondence or distance learning, are not counted towards PQR requirements.


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What are the HAAD policies on interruption/discontinuation of practice for health professionals?A health professional who does not practice in a patient-care role for more than two years is unlikely to have current knowledge of safe practice including advances in

technology, pharmacology and evidence-based medicine, etc. It is therefore a requirement that such a person should produce a detailed, official and documented

description of the amount, type, and dates of continuing professional development that he, or she, has completed during each subsequent year, after the first 2 years

of discontinuity of practice, and for a maximum of 3 years. Such activities could include workshops, courses, in-service training, and clinical attachment for at least

one month every year or at least 50 hours of CME every year.

Over 2 years of discontinuation of practiceAll clinicians who discontinue clinical practice for more than 2 years must undergo a formal clinical evaluation by the HAAD and may be subject to a period of

supervised training for 6 - 12 months.

Over 5 years of discontinuation of practiceAny Non National applicant who has over 5 years of an interruption of practice is ineligible for licensing within that practice.

Any UAE National applicant who has over 5 years of an interruption of practice must undergo formal clinical evaluations by the HAAD and may be subject to repeat

training as deemed appropriate by HAAD. These will be determined on a case by case basis.


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MEDICAL DOCTORSPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Consultant Physician

Modified

a. Qualifications from Tier 1OR

b. Qualifications from Tier 2AND

Current national license or equivalent

a. Tier 1: NLT 2 yearsrelevant experience as a consultant or equivalent postboard certification.b. Tier 2: NLT 8 years full-time employment as a Consultant or equivalentpost board certification (includes years in fellowship training) ininternationally accredited institute.

For UAE NationalsClinical Fellowship training following primary specialty board may substitute

for experience as follows:

Each year of clinical fellowship is counted as two years of clinicalexperience

Only applicable to clinical subspecialty fellowship in the followingcountries (Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK, USA) or HAAD accreditedfellowship programs.

Specialist Physician

Modifieda. Qualifications from Tier 1

OR

b. Qualifications from Tier 2ORc. Qualifications from Tier 3AND


a. Tier 1:No additional experience required post board certification.b. Tier 2: NLT 2 years of clinical experience post qualificationininternationally accredited institute.UAE nationals: No additional experience required post boardcertification

For UAE Nationals + Non UAE Nationals enrolled in HAADaccredited residency programs::No experience required post boardcertification

C. Tier 3: NLT 3 years clinical experience as Specialist post qualification ininternationally accredited institute


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Position Required Qualifications Required Experience

Medical Practitioner

a. Graduate from a Medical school / college listed in theAvicenna Directory of medical schools published bythe World Health Organization (WHO) ortheInternational Medical Education Directory (IMED) ofthe foundation for the Advancement of InternationalMedical Education and Research (FAIMER)

AND

b. Successful completion of internship (as per HAADcriteria) and evidence of national registration/license

For Non UAE Nationals: NLT 2 years relevant experience post internship(Hospital, P.H.C, ER, etc).

For UAE Nationals and Non UAE National graduates of UAE medicalschools: no additional experience required after successful completionof internship.

Special Note: Non UAE Nationals accepted into HAAD accreditedresidency programs through TANSEEQ will not require additionalexperience after successful completion of internship is required.

Intern Medical

a. Graduate from a Medical school / college listed in theDirectory of medical schools published by the WorldHealth Organization (WHO) orgraduate from amedical school / college listed in the International

Medical Education Directory (IMED) of the foundationfor the Advancement of International MedicalEducation and Research (FAIMER)(http://imed.ecfmg.org/search.asp)

None Required


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TIER 1 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN LICENSECountry Qualification

Australia/Australasia Fellowship of the Royal College/ Colleges

New Zealand Fellowship of the Royal College/ Colleges

Belgium The Belgium Board (Specialist Certificate) issued by the Minister Responsible for Public Health

Canada Current Fellowship (The Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons).

Canada For Family Medicine: Certification by the College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC)

Canada New Specialization Certificate of the RCPSFrance Diploma of Specialized Studies in Medicine (D.E.S.)

France Certificate of Specialized Studies in Medicine (C.E.S.)

France Certificate of Specialized Studies in Medicine (The Council of the Ordre Des Medicines)Germany/Austria/SwitzerlandModified

(Facharzt) Specialist Certificate issued by the Chamber of Physicians (limited to training conducted in a University basedhospital)

IrelandCertificate of Specialist Doctor issued by the competent authority recognized for this purpose by the Minister of Health/inclusion in the Irish G.M.C Specialist Register

South Africa Fellowship of one of the Specialty Colleges (e.g. Medicine, Surgery, ect.)

South Africa M.Med. degree (Master of Medicine)

Sweden Swedish Board. Issued by the National Board of Health and Welfare

UK Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (C.C.S.T.)

UK Certificate of Completion of Training (C.C.T.)

UK Inclusion in the GMC Specialist RegisterUK For General Practice (Family Medicine): Certificate of Completion of Training in General Practice issued by the PMETB and

inclusion in the GMC G.P Register.

USAAmerican Board- Certificates and Subspecialty Certificates. (only Boards approved by the American Board of MedicalSpecialties are acceptable)


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TIER 2 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO FOR CONSULTANT PHYSICIAN LICENSECountry Qualification

Arab Countries Arab BoardCzech Republic Diploma of Specialization- Druheho Stupne (Diploma of 2ndDegree) issued by the Ministry of HealthDenmark Danish Board (Specialist Certificate)issued by the competent Authority of Health ServicesEgypt MD: Doctor of Medicine (not PhD)Finland Certificate of the degree of specialist in medicine issued by the competent authorities.

FinlandExamination or diploma to become a specialist awarded by one of the following universities:- (Helsingin Yliopisto/ HelsingforsUniversitet, Kuopion yliopisto, Oulun ylio

France Diploma Interuniversity Specialization (DIS)Germany/Austria/SwitzerlandModified (Facharzt) Specialist Certificate issued by the Chamber of Physicians (Non-university based training)Holland Specialization Certificate issued by the commission for Registration of Specialist (C.R.S.)

Hong Kong Fellowship of the Hong Kong Academy of Medicine (HKAM)Hungary

Sza Korvosi Bizoniyitvany (Specialist Certificate) awarded by the Nemzeti Vizgabizottsag (National Board of Examination). Before28 August 2004, this was awarded by the Ministry of Health.

India Doctor of Medicine (DM)India Master Chirurgiae (MCH)Iraq Iraqi BoardIreland Membership/ Fellowship of Royal Colleges

Italy The Diploma of Specialized Doctor issued by a universityJordan Modified Jordanian Board.Korea New Specialization CertificateLebanon AUB/Lebanese Specialty Board : Certificate of completion of residency and exit examLebanon Saint Joseph University: Certificate of completion of residency and exit examLebanon Lebanese University: Certificate of completion of residency and exit exam

Norway Norwegian Board (Specialist Certificate)Poland Dyplom Uzyskania Tytulu Specialty ( Specialist Diploma) awarded by the Centrum Egzaminow Medycznych.Portugal Gran de Assistente (Assistant Grade) awarded by Ministry of HealthPortugal Tetulo de Espcialista (Professional qualification of specialist) awarded by the professional association for medical practitioners.Saudi Arabia Saudi Board.Singapore Specialist Qualification awarded by the Specialist Accreditation BoardSpain The title of Specialist awarded by the Ministry of Education and ScienceSudan MD: Doctor of MedicineSyria Syrian-Specialization Certificate issued by the Specialist Training and Rehabilitation Authority

UK Membership/Fellowship of Royal Colleges


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TIER 3 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO SPECIALIST PHYSICIANS LICENSECountry Qualification

Algeria Certificate of Specialization

Cuba First Degree of Specialization

Czech Republic First Degree of Specialization

Greece Certificate of Medical Specialization

India Doctor of Medicine (MD)

India Master of Surgery (MS)

India Diplomat of National Board (DNB)

Iran Iranian Board

Jordan New Certificate of Higher SpecializationPakistan Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (F.C.P.)

Philippines Philippine Board

Poland First Degree of Specialization

Russia Canidata

Syria Certificate of Higher Studies

Other Boards not included in Tier 1 and Tier 2PhD, MD, MSc issued by an accredited university (refer the statement for the criteria for evaluation of certificates)

NOTE: Qualifications not included in the above list: Must be referred to the Health Professionals Licensing Department (HAAD)


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DENTISTSPosition Qualifications Required Experience

Consultant Dentist

Modified

a. Qualifications from Tier 1ORb. Qualifications from Tier 2

AND


a. Tier 1: NLT 2 years relevant experience as a consultant or equivalent postboard certification.b. Tier 2: NLT 8 years full-time employment as a Consultant or equivalent postboard certification (includes years in fellowship training) in internationallyaccredited institute.

For UAE NationalsClinical Fellowship training following primary specialty board may substitute for

experience as follows:

Each year of clinical fellowship is counted as two years of clinical experience Only applicable to clinical subspecialty fellowship in the following countries

(Australia, New Zealand, Canada, UK, USA) or HAAD accredited fellowshipprograms.

Specialist Dentist

Modified

a. Qualifications from Tier 1ORb. Qualifications from Tier 2ORc. Qualifications from Tier 3

AND


a. Tier 1:No additional experience required post board certification.b. Tier 2: NLT 2 years of clinical experience post qualificationininternationally accredited institute.

UAE nationals: No additional experience required post board certificationFor UAE Nationals + Non UAE Nationals enrolled in HAADaccredited residency programs::No experience required post boardcertification

Tier 3: NLT 3 years clinical experience as Specialist post qualification ininternationally accredited institute.


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G.P Dentist

a. BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery); DMD (Doctor ofDental Medicine); DDS(Doctor of Dental Surgery)or equivalent from a dental school/collegerecognized by the FDI World Dental Federation.

AND

b. Successful completion of internship

For Non UAE Nationals: NLT 2 years relevant experience postinternship(Hospital, P.H.C, , etc).

For UAE Nationals and Non UAE National graduates of UAE dental schools: noadditional experience required after successful completion of internship.

Special Note: Non UAE Nationals accepted into HAAD accredited residencyprograms will not require additional experience after successful completionof internship is required.

Intern Dentist BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery); DMD (Doctor ofDental Medicine); DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)

OR equivalent from a dental school/collegerecognized by the FDI World Dental Federation.

None required


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TIER 1 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT DENTISTCountry Qualification

Australia Fellowship of the Royal College(s) and Specialist RegistrationCanada Fellowship of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCDC) and specialist registration.

France Title of Specialist in Orthodontics issued by the French Dental CouncilFrance Diploma of Superior Studies in Oral Surgery (DES) Ireland Certificate of Completion Specialist Training by the competent authority and inclusion on the Irish GDC Specialist Register (Oral

Surgery and Orthodontics only)Germany Certificate of Oral Surgery Specialization issued by the Chamber of Dental PractitionersGermany Certificate of Orthodontics Specialization issued by the Chamber of Dental PractitionersNew Zealand Fellowship of the Royal College(s) and Specialist RegistrationSouth Africa M. Med. Degree (Master of Medicine) and registration with the HPC. Sweden Swedish Board in Oral SurgerySweden Swedish Board in OrthodonticsUK Modified Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST) and Inclusion in the Specialist Registry of the General Dental CouncilUSA American Board (Only boards approved by the American Dental Association as Dental Specialties are acceptable)k


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TIER 2 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO CONSULTANT DENTIST LICENSECountry Qualification

Denmark Specialist Certificate in Oral Surgery issued by the State Board of HealthDenmark Specialist Certificate in Orthodontics issued by the State Board of Health. Finland Special Dental Examination in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery awarded by one of the following universities:- (Helsingin Yliopisto/

Helsingfors Universitet, Kuopion yliopisto, Oulun ylioHolland Specialization Certificate in Oral Surgery issued by the commission for Registration of Specialist (S.R.C.) Holland Specialization Certificate in Orthodontics issued by the commission for Registration of Specialist ( S.R.C.)Ireland Membership/ Fellowship of Royal Colleges of SurgeonsUK Membership/ Fellowship of Royal Colleges of Surgeons

UK list of Specialties

1. Member in Restorative Dentistry (MRD)2. Intercollegiate Membership in Orthodontics (IMOrth)3. Membership in Oral Surgery (MOralSurg)4. Membership in Pediatric Dentistry (MPaed Dent)5. Diploma of Membership of the Faculty of Genral Dental Practice (MFGDP Eng) & Dental Surgery (MFDS RCS Eng)

TIER 3 QUALIFICATIONS: LEADING TO SPECIALIST DENTIST LICENSECountry Qualification

India Master of Surgery (MS)

Iran Iranian Board

Pakistan Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons (F.C.P.)Philippines Philippine BoardRussia CanidataSyria Certificate of Higher Studies

OtherOther countries Boards not included under the consultants table , PhD, MD, MSc issued by an accredited university (refer toSpecialist criteria and the statement for the criteria for evaluation of certificates)

NOTE: Qualifications not included in the above list: Must be referred to the Health Professionals Licensing Department (HAAD)


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NURSINGNote:

UAE Nationals graduating from nursing programs or allied health professional programs and holding a bachelor degree or equivalent, will beapproved as "Interns". After successful completion of a one year internship/ training period, they will be licensed as appropriate. Graduates from UAE universities/colleges from nursing programs or allied health professional programs and holding a bachelor degree or equivalent,

will be waived from the 2 years required experience and will be approved after successful completion of HAAD requirements.


Director of Nursing (DON)

Required:*Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalent qualifications ofNLT 3 years study duration from an accredited program* AND MSc in Nursing/Healthcare or management or administration

field* AND valid/current national license*AND BLS

Preferred:*Ph.D. Degree in Nursing or Health Services management* International accreditation experience

* NLT 10 years clinical experience post qualification

AND

* NLT 3 years in a DON position OR 5 years in A/DONposition

(relevant certified PhD degree will account as 3 years ofexperience)

Assistant Director ofNursing (ADON)

Required:*Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalent qualifications ofNLT 3 years study duration from an accredited program* AND MSc in nursing /Healthcare or management or administration

field* AND valid/current national license*AND BLS

Preferred:*Ph.D. Degree in Nursing or Health Services management* International accreditation experience,

* NLT 8 years clinical experience post qualification,and* NLT 2 years in a A/DON position OR 4 years in a SeniorCharge Nurse (S.C.N.) position.


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Senior Charge Nurse

-

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalent qualification of NLT3 years study duration from accredited program;* AND Valid/Current national license.* AND BLSPreferred:* Certificate of post graduate diploma in nursing or Healthcare ormanagement or administration field* International accreditation experience.

* NLT 6 years clinical experience in an appropriate &relevant healthcare settings post qualification and

* NLT2 year in Senior Charge Nurse (S. C.N.) position, ORNLT 3 years in a Charge Nurse Position.

Clinical Resource NurseRequired:*Bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent qualification of NLT 3 yearsstudy duration from an accredited program;* AND 1 year as an academic educator.

* AND Valid/current national license.* AND BLS

* NLT 6 years clinical experience post qualification in anappropriate & relevant healthcare settings and

* Positive written references which must identify specific

responsibilities as a clinical resource nurse.

Charge Nurse

Required:* Bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent qualification of NLT 3 yearsstudy duration from an accredited program;* AND Valid/current national license.* AND BLSPreferred:* ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.

* NLT 4 years clinical experience post qualification in anappropriate & relevant healthcare settings

And

* NLT 2 years experience as charge nurse in a particularunit

Specialty Nurse

Required:a.Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalent qualification ofNLT 3 years study duration from accredited program plus successfulcompletion of a post graduate/post basic specialist training program ofat least 6 months duration.* AND Current National License* AND BLSPreferred:* ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.

a.NLT 4 years clinical experience post qualification in anappropriate & relevant healthcare settings to include NLT2 years experience in a specific area of specialty

i.e.; primary health care, community, acute care, tertiarycare.


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CATEGORIES OF SPECIALTY NURSESCategories of Specialty Nurses

1. Accident and Emergency/ Emergency Room.2. Anesthetic Nursing.3. Burns & Plastics.4. Cardiac Intensive Care5. Cath. Lab.6. Central Sterilization and Supply Department (CSSD).7. Community Nursing/ Primary Health Care Nurse.8. Coronary Care Unit.9. Diabetic Specialist.10.Dialysis.11.

Elderly care.12.Extended Role of the Nurse OR/ ER/ Endoscopy.

13.Hearing Disability.14.Home Health Care.15.Infection control.16.Nurse Educator.17.Intensive Care.18.Lactation Nurse19.Mental Health.20.Neonatal Intensive Care.21.Occupational Health.22.Oncology.23.Orthopedic New24.Pediatric Intensive Care.25.Pain Management.26.Paramedic Nursing.27.Quality Assurance.28.Radiology Nurse.29.Tissue Viability Nurse (Bed Sores/ Leg Ulcers).30.Wound Care.


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Registered Nurse

Modified

Required:a. Bachelor degree in nursing or equivalent qualification of NLT3 years study duration in Nursing from accredited program,OR

b. Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding), withevidence of passing the National exam(USA: NCLEX - RN) - Canada: Licensing Exam.

*AND valid/current national license.*AND BLSPreferred:* ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.* NOTE:this excludes programs comprising 2 years nursing + 1year Midwifery or Community Health. Holders of such programsqualify as Practical Nurses.

* NLT 2 years clinical experience post qualification inappropriate setting

(Note: Experience requirement waived for graduates of UAEnursing colleges/universities after completion of internship).

Registered School Nurse

Required:a. Bachelor degree in general nursing or equivalent qualificationof NLT 3 years study duration in General Nursing fromaccredited program, OR

b. Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding), withevidence of passing the National exam

(USA: NCLEX - RN) - Canada: Licensing Exam.

*AND valid/current national license.*AND BLSPreferred:* ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.* NOTE:this excludes programs comprising 2 years nursing + 1year Midwifery or Community Health. Holders of such programsqualify as Practical Nurses.

* NLT 2 years postgraduate in appropriate to the setting

* Evidence of minimum 3 months of

experience/course/orientation in School Nursing

(Note: Experience requirement waived for graduates of UAEcolleges/universities after completion of internship).


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Nurse ProgramCoordinator

Required:*Associate Degree, Diploma or Bachelor of Science in Nursingor equivalent.*AND Graduates from Accredited Nursing Program.*AND Valid/current national license.Preferred:*master degree.*International Accreditation experience* work experience in a Magnet Status institution,* Evidence of progressive leadership experience.* Certified proof of Continual CNE or education course that

would be equivalent.

Not less than 6 years post graduate, preferably in acutetertiary hospitals. Must have excellent communication andability to produce reports in timely fashion. Prefer educatorbackground and experience. Positive written references.

Nurse Intern(previously called GNT)

Required:* Graduate of a UAE School of Nursing (NLT 3 years program),from an accredited program.

* Experience not required

Practical Nurse

Required:* A graduate of a recognized Nursing School with NLT 18months study duration from accredited program - after highschool

AND Current National LicenseAND BLSPreferred:ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.

*NLT 1 year clinical experience after graduation

in appropriate setting


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MIDWIFERYPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Clinical ResourceMidwife

New

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalentqualification of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program. Plus, Midwifery Certificate (NLT 1year syllabus) from a recognized nursing program.(Direct Entry) Midwifery degree (NLT 3 year curriculum)AND 1 year as an academic educatorAND Valid/current national license.AND BLSPreferred:*Continuous post graduate courses

* NLT 6 years postgraduate in appropriate to the settingAND Positive written references, which must identify specific responsibilitiesas a clinical resource nurse.

Senior ChargeMidwife

-

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalentqualification of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program. Plus, Midwifery Certificate (NLT 1year syllabus) from a recognized nursing program.(Direct Entry) Midwifery degree (NLT 3 year curriculum)AND Valid/current national license.AND BLSPreferred:

* ALSO and NRP, relevant to area of specialty* Continuous post graduate courses

a. NLT 6 years experience in midwifery post certificate/midwife registration,(inclusive of NLT 1 year labor delivery experience), in maternity hospital orappropriate setting , from that NLT 2 years of experience as a chargeMidwife

b. Direct Entry ( NLT 4 years experience in midwifery post graduate, and NLT2 years labor delivery experience in maternity hospital or appropriatesetting, from that NLT 2 years of experience as a charge Midwife

Charge Midwife

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing or equivalentqualification of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program. Plus, Midwifery Certificate (NLT 1year syllabus) from a recognized nursing program.(Direct Entry) Midwifery degree (NLT 3 year curriculum)AND Valid/current national license.AND BLSPreferred:

* ALSO and NRP, relevant to area of specialty* Continuous post graduate courses

a. NLT 4 years experience in midwifery post certificate/midwife registration,(inclusive of NLT 1 year labor delivery experience), in maternity hospital orappropriate setting, from that NLT 2 years of experience as a charge Midwife

b. Direct Entry ( NLT 4 years experience in midwifery post graduate, and NLT2 years labor delivery experience in maternity hospital or appropriatesetting, from that NLT 2 years of experience as a charge Midwife


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Registered Midwife

Modified

Required:a. Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, or equivalent ofNLT 3 years study duration from an accredited program, plusmidwifery Certificate (NLT 1 year syllabus) from a recognizednursing program,

b. Direct Entry] Midwifery degree (NLT 3 year curriculum)AND Valid/current national license.AND BLSPreferred:ALSO and NRP relevant to area of specialty.

a. NLT 2 years experience as a Midwife in maternity hospital orappropriate setting.

b. NLT 2 years experience as a Midwife in maternity hospital orappropriate setting

Practical Midwife

Required:* A graduate of a recognized Nursing midwifery School withNLT 1 year study duration from accredited program after highschoolAND Current National LicenseAND BLSPreferred:ALSO and NRP relevant to area of specialty

*NLT 1 year clinical experience after graduationin maternity hospital or appropriate setting*Candidates will be considered onlyfor antenatal, postnatal andoutpatient setting


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TRANSPLANT DONATION COORDINATORSPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

TransplantCoordinator

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program; ORAND Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding), withevidence of passing the National exam.AND Current national license.Preferred:* Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator Certificate.(CCT)* Certificate or post graduate diploma in Health Services Management* International Accreditation experience.* Certified proof of yearly CME.* Continuous post graduate courses.

* NLT 4 years experience post graduate: managingtransplant patients in an acute, critical or ambulatorysetting.

TransplantCoordinator 22

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program; ORAND Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding), withevidence of passing the National exam.AND Current national license.Preferred:* Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator Certificate.(CCT)* Certificate or post graduate diploma in Health Services Management* International Accreditation experience.* Certified proof of yearly CME.* Continuous post graduate courses.

* NLT 2 years experience post graduate: managingtransplant patients in an acute, critical or ambulatorysetting.

Transplant DonationCoordinator

Required:* Bachelor of Science degree in nursing of NLT 3 years study duration fromaccredited program; ORAND Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding), withevidence of passing the National exam.AND Current national license.Preferred:* Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator Certificate.(CCT)

*NLT 3 years experience of Clinical Experience: in the ORin preparation of patients for organ procurement.

Managerial experience at the level of an American organprocurement organization (OPO) desirable.

Preferred: ICU nursing experience


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CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICESNote:UAE Nationals graduating from Health Technology Programs, other than nursing, (eg. Lab, Radiology, etc) and holding a bachelor degree or NLT a 3 year

Diploma, will be approved as "Interns" as appropriate. After successful completion of a one year internship/ training period, they will be licensed as

"Technologist" as appropriate.

Graduates from UAE universities/colleges from Health Technology Programs, other than nursing, (eg. Lab, Radiology, etc) and holding a bachelordegree or NLT a 3 year Diploma, will be waived from the 2 years required experience and will be approved after successful completion of HAAD

requirements.

Required for all: Current National License or membership of professional society or Association as appropriate.

Position Required Qualifications Required ExperienceChief of ClinicalSupport Services

Required:* BSc degree or diploma of NLT 3 year duration in a clinical supportfield.* AND Current National License* AND MSc in allied health /Healthcare or management oradministration field

* NLT 15 yrs clinical experience in Clinical Services, with NLT 10years within an acute care tertiary hospital

and* NLT 5 years as a head of a clinical support department in anacute care tertiary hospital


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ANESTHESIAPosition Required Qualifications Required ExperienceSenior AnesthesiaTechnologist

Required:a. Bsc in Anesthesiab. Registered Nurse with specialized training in anesthesiatechniques and equipment .c. Registered Respiratory technician with specialized training inanesthetic techniques and equipment.AND Current National License.

a. NLT 4 Years work experience in active anesthesiaDepartmentb. NLT 4 years work experience in an active anesthesiaDepartmentc.NLT 4 years experience in an active anesthesia Department.

Anesthesia Technologist

New

Required:a. Bsc in Anesthesia

b. Registered Nurse with specialized training in anesthesiatechniques and equipmentc. Registered Respiratory technician with specialized training inanesthetic techniques and equipment.AND Current National License.

a. NLT 2 Years work experience in active anesthesiaDepartmentb. NLT 2 years work experience in an active anesthesiaDepartmentc.NLT 2 years experience in an active anesthesia Department.

Anesthesia TechnicianRequired:* Graduate of a formal Anesthesia Technician Program NLT 2year.AND Current National License. *NLT 2 Years work experience in active anesthesia Department


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AUDIOLOGYPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Senior Audiologist

Required:* BSc in Speech & Hearing, or Audiology.AND Current National LicensePreferred:* MSc. in Speech & Hearing, or Speech Language Pathology, SpeechSciences or Communications Disorders/Sciences (will reduce 1 yearfrom the required years of experience)

NLT 4 years of experience in field of Speech and HearingSciences or in Audiology in a hospital setting.NLT 1 year demonstrated leadershipAND Proven Communication skills in Arabic are desirable.

Audiologist

Required:* BSc in Speech & Hearing, or Audiology or Hearing & SpeechSciences.

* AND Current National LicensePreferred:* MSc. in Speech & Hearing, or Speech Language Pathology, SpeechSciences or Communications Disorders/Sciences (will reduce 1 yearfrom the required years of experience)

* NLT 2 years of experience in field of Speech and Hearing

Sciences or in Audiology in a hospital setting.* AND Proven Communication skills in Arabic are desirable.

AudiologyAssistant

Required:a. Practical Nurse Qualification : A graduate of a recognized NursingSchool with NLT 18 months study duration from accredited program -after high schoolb. Bsc in Speech & Hearing or Audiology or Hearing & speech Sciences.* AND Current National LicensePreferred:* MSc. in Speech & Hearing, or Speech Language Pathology, SpeechSciences or Communications Disorders/Sciences

a. NLT 2 years of post graduate experience as anAudiology/ENT Nurse Assistant.

b. NLT 1 year of experience in field of Speech and HearingSciences or in Audiology in a hospital setting.

* AND Proven Communication skills in Arabic are desirableWith Msc no experience required


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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERSPosition Required Qualifications Experience (Relevant to the Position)Manager of BiomedicalEngineeringNew

Required:a. BSc degree in Biomedical Engineering or equivalentqualification requiring NLT 3 years training course.Preferred:b. Relevant post graduate degree :MSc or PhD

a. NLT 10 years postgraduate experience in BiomedicalEngineering; three of them should have been at a seniorsupervisory or management level or equivalent.

b. NLT 8years

Supervisor BiomedicalEngineering

New


a. NLT 6 years postgraduate experience in BiomedicalEngineering; two of them should have been at a seniorsupervisory or management level or equivalent.

b. NLT 6years* NLT 3 years of which in a senior position in a short-term

acute care hospital.

Senior Biomedical Engineer

New


a. NLT 4 years postgraduate experience in BiomedicalEngineering; two of them should have been at a seniorsupervisory or management level or equivalent.

b. NLT 2 yearsBiomedical Engineer

New


a. NLT 2 years experience postgraduate experience inBiomedical Engineering

b. NLT 1 yearUAE Nationals: Upon completion of 1 year training.

Biomedical Technician

Ne w

Required:* Graduate of an accredited course resulting in beingawarded a diploma or certif icate as a Biomedical Technicianfrom an accredited program or equivalent of NLT 2 yearsduration.

NLT 2 yrs experience in a hospital with documented on-the-job training.

UAE Nationals: Upon completion of 1 year training.


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CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGISTSPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Senior Cardiovascular Technologist(clinical Physiologist in Cardiology)

1. Cathlab2. Vascular3. Echocardiography4. ECG Technologist

Required:*Graduate of an accredited Cardio Vascular program or allied healthspecialized program in Cardio Vascular Technology of NLT 2 yearssyllabus.*ANDRegistration with cardiovascular credentialing international , theAmerican registry of diagnostic medical sonographers, UK registrationcouncil for clinical physiologists, the Canadian association ofcardiopulmonary technologists or The Society of CardiopulmonaryTechnology New Zealand or equivalent.* AND Current National License* AND BLS

Preferred:Graduate of an approved cardiovascular technology or clinical physiology(cardiology) program leading to a degree of NLT 3 years diploma or adegree or 3 year diploma in Radiography.*ACLS recommended

NLT 4 years relevant experience

(Cathlab, Vascular, Echocardiography.ECG Technologist)

Cardiovascular Technologist

1. Cathlab2. Vascular3. Echocardiography4. ECG Technologist

Required:*Graduate of an accredited Cardio Vascular program or allied healthspecialized program in Cardio Vascular Technology of NLT 2 yearssyllabus.* AND registration with cardiovascular credentialing international , theAmerican registry of diagnostic medical sonographers, UK registrationcouncil for clinical physiologists, the Canadian association ofcardiopulmonary technologists or The Society of CardiopulmonaryTechnology New Zealand or equivalent.* AND current National License* AND BLS

Preferred:Graduate of an approved cardiovascular technology or clinical physiology(cardiology) program leading to a degree of NLT 3 years diploma or adegree or 3 year diploma in Radiography.*ACLS recommended

NLT 2 years relevant experience.

(Cathlab, Vascular, Echocardiography.ECG Technologist)


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ECG Technician Required:Completion of 2 year certificate or diploma program inMedical Sciences or allied health with evidence of formal ECGtraining.

NLT 2 years experience as an ECGTechnician. Applicants with Nursingbackground require 2 years cardiacexperience.


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CAST TECHNICIANPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Cast Technician

Ne w

Required:*no specific qualification*On the job trainingPreferred*Hold (BCC) British Casting Certificate

*NLT 2years of relevant experience


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CENTRAL STERILE SERVICESPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Manager of CSSDRequired:* BSc Hospital Administration or related field,* AND Qualified in operating room techniques.* AND Registration as a member with a recognized sterile servicesinstitute.* AND Current National LicensePreferred:* Masters in Healthcare field or management or administration field

* NLT 6 years experience in sterile services (CSSD) field; inhealth care environment* NLT 2 years experience as a manager/supervisor within ahealthcare or comparable setting,* AND Current Knowledge of CSSD systems, management,quality assurance and procedures.

CSSD Supervisor

Required:* Associate Degree in a health related field with emphasis onmicrobiology.OR* Successful completion of a certified CSSD training program;*Registration as a member with a recognized sterile servicesinstitute.* AND Current National LicensePreferred:* BSc degree,

* NLT 6 years experience in sterile services (CSSD) field, in a

health care environment

* NLT 1 years supervisory experience.

* AND Current Knowledge of CSSD systems, management,quality assurance and procedures.

CSSD TechnicianRequired:* Associate Degree in a health related field with emphasis onmicrobiology.

OR successful completion of a certified CSSD training program.* Good understanding of medical terminology.*Current National License

* NLT 2 years experience in sterile services (CSSD) field in ahealth care environment

* Current Knowledge of CSSD systems, management, qualityassurance and procedures.

CSSD Aide Required:* High school graduate.* Good understanding of Medical terminology.* On the job training in a CCSD department for 2 years.

* NLT 2 years experience in central sterilization services in ahealth care environment.


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CLINICAL DIETETICS - NUTRITIONISTPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Manager ofDietetics

Required:* BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accreditedprogram* AND Active member of a nutrition society or Association* AND Current National license.* AND MSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from anaccredited program or equivalent or Masters in Healthcarefield or management or administration field

Tertiary Hospital:* NLT 10 years experience in an acute care hospital and NLT 4 years managerexperience in an acute care hospital.* UAE National: NLT 5 years experience in an acute care hospital and NLT 2years manager or supervisory or relevant experience in an acute careSecondary Hospital:* NLT 6 years experience in an acute care hospital and NLT 2 years managerexperience in an acute care hospital.* UAE National: NLT 3 years relevant experience in an acute care hospital andNLT 2 years manager or supervisory or relevant experience.

Supervisor ClinicalDietitian or ClinicalEducation Dietitian.

Required:* BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accrediteduniversity program* AND Active member of a nutrition society or Association* AND Current National license or/ Registration.* AND MSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from anaccredited program or equivalent or Masters in Healthcarefield or management or administration fieldPreferred:* Specialist Field of Clinical Nutrition practice.

NLT 6 years experience as Clinical Dietitian in an acute care facility with 2year management or supervisory experience with the field of dietetics in anaccredited acute care facility.* UAE National: NLT 3 years relevant experience and NLT 1 years manager orsupervisory or relevant experience

Senior DietitianRequired:BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accreditedprogram

* AND Current National licensePreferred:MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from therequired years of experience)* Active member of a nutrition society or Association

NLT 4 year experience as clinical dietitian in an acute care facility.

* UAE National: NLT 2 years relevant experience.

Dietitian 1

1(

Required:* BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accreditedprogram* AND Current National licensePreferred:MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from therequired years of experience)

* Active member of a nutrition society or Association

NLT 2 years experience as clinical dietitian in an acute care facility;* UAE National: upon completion of Internship.


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CLINICAL DIETETICS-EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONSClinical Dietetics-Equivalent Qualifications

1. Bachelor of Science in Nutrition.2. Bachelor of Science in Dietetics.3. Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics.4. Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Technology5. Bachelor of Health Science (Major Nutrition)6. Bachelor of Arid land agriculture/ Food Nutrition from the UAE University (Faculty of Food Systems).7. Bachelor in Food and Nutrition.8. Bachelor in Food Science/ Food Service Systems Management.9. Bachelor in Home Science (Major Nutrition).10.Bachelor in Family Science (Major Nutrition)Dietetics-Equivalent Qualifications1. Bachelor in Community / Public Health Nutrition.


Dietitian 2

2(

Required:* BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accreditedprogram* AND Current National licensePreferred:MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from therequired years of experience)* Active member of a nutrition society or Association

NLT 1 year experience as clinical dietician in an acute care facility.

With Msc no experience required.

CommunityDietitian

(

Required:* BSc in Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, Nursing or anyhealth-related field from an accredited program.* AND Current National licensePreferred:MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from therequired years of experience)

NLT 2 years experience in the field of public health nutrition inhealth or community settings.

Dietitian Intern

(Position for UAENationals only)

Required:* BSc degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from an accreditedprogramPreferred:* Active member of a nutrition society or Association

* Experience not required.


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CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGYPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Senior Clinical Psychologist Required:* PhD or Psy.D in clinical psychology.* AND Current License

NLT 4 years experience as a clinical PsychologistUAE Nationals NLT 2

Clinical Psychologist Required:* Master's degree in clinical psychology

* AND Current National LicenseNLT 2 years experience as a clinical Psychologist

Child Life Therapist

Required:* Bsc in child life psychology, child and familystudies or therapeutic recreation.* AND certification from child life council orequivalent.* AND Current National License

NLT 2 years experience as Life Health Therapist

Psychologist

Position for UAE nationals only

Required:* Bsc in Psychology UAE Nationalsupon completion of 1 year training.

Psychologist Intern

Position for UAE nationals only

Required:* Bsc in Psychology No experience required


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CLINICAL SCIENTISTS

LABORATORY SPECIALIZATION FOR CLINICAL LABORATORY SCIENTISTList of Laboratory Specialization for Clinical Laboratory Scientist

1. Cytogenetics2. Biochemistry.3. Biomedical Sciences.4. Genetics/ Molecular Genetics/ Medical Genetics.5. Immunology.6. Microbiology/ Medical Microbiology.7. Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics8. Molecular Biology.


Senior Clinical Scientist

Modified

Required:* Post graduate degree in relevant specialty (highcomplexity listed below from a recognized university)

Preferred:*PhD / Doctorate (DBMS) in biomedical science*Professional registration

* NLT 8 years of relevant experience from the basic degree.* NLT 3 years post qualification relevant experience

Clinical Scientist

Required:* Degree in relevant specialty (high complexity listedbelow from a recognized university) with NLT 4 yearspost graduate training in specialist fieldPreferred:*Post Graduate Degree in biomedical science*Professional registration

* NLT 4 years post first degree qualification and relevantexperience


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DENTAL CLINICAL SUPPORTPosition Required Qualifications Required ExperienceManager of Dental ServicesLaboratoryModified

Required:* BSc in Dental Laboratory Technology or equivalentPreferred Advanced certification and/or additionaladministrative qualification* AND Current National License.

* Preferred 10 years of progressive experience in all aspects ofdental technical laboratory work.* AND NLT 10 years experience in administration, management andfinancial aspects of a specialized dental laboratory with a minimumof 15 technicians.* AND Certified proof of yearly CPD

Dental Auxiliary Supervisor

Modified

Required:* Must be a graduate of a recognized dental assistingschool.* AND Master's in related clinical degree or in Healthcare

field or management or administration field* AND Current National License or equivalent.

* NLT 6 years experience after qualification.

Senior Dental AssistantModified

Required:a. Certificate of proficiency as a trained dental

assistant, dental surgery assistant, dental nurse, orequivalent from UK, US, Canada, Australia, NewZealand, South Africa

b. Qualification of DDS, BDS or DMDCurrent national License or equivalent where applicable

Minimum of 4 years relevant experience after qualification in amulti-specialty or hospital associated dental facility

Experience in supervisory/administrative capacity is desirable butnot required

Dental Assistant

Modified

Required:*Certificate of proficiency as a trained dental assistant,

dental surgery assistant, dental nurse, or equivalent.OR*Qualification of DDS, BDS or DMDCurrent national License or equivalent where applicablePreferred:Graduate of a formal program as dental assistant, dentalsurgery assistant, dental nurse, or equivalent.

NLT 2 years experience as dental assistant


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Senior Dental TechnicianRequired:a. BSc in Dental Laboratory Technologyb. Successful completion of an accredited program in

Dental laboratory Technology (2year minimumcurriculum), or equivalent.

Advanced certification and/or additional administrativequalification* AND Current national License or equivalent whereapplicable

a. NLT 4 years experienceb. NLT 8 years experience

Dental TechnicianRequired:a. BSc in Dental Laboratory Technologyb. Successful completion of an accredited program in

occupationally specific education leading to acertificate or associate degree (2 year minimumcurriculum), or equivalent.

* AND Current national License or equivalent whereapplicable

a. NLT 2 years experienceb. NLT 4 years experience

UAE Nationals: no experience is required


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Senior Dental Hygienist

Required:* BSc or graduated from an accredited program. NLT 3 years duration* AND Current national License or equivalent where applicable isPreferred but not requiredPreferredMSc or post graduate qualification, Advance certification and/oradditional administrative qualification. Advanced certification and/oradditional administrative qualification.

NLT 4 years experience after qualificationNLT 2 years supervisory/administrative experiencePreferred 10 years experience as a Dental Hygienist

Dental Hygienist

Required:a. BSc or graduated from an accredited program. NLT 3 years

durationb. Successful completion of an accredited program in Oral/Dental

Hygiene (2 year minimum curriculum) or equivalent

Current national License or equivalent where applicable is Preferredbut not required

a. NLT 2 years experience as a Dental Hygienistb. NLT 4 years experience as a Dental Hygienist

Dental Laboratory Aide

Required:High School certificatePlus experience through on the job training or through short coursesless than 2 years.

NLT 2 years experience in dental lab work


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DISCHARGE PLANNERSPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Discharge Planner

Required:* Bachelor degree in general nursing or equivalent qualification ofNLT 3 years study duration in General Nursing from accreditedprogram,* AND valid/current national license.* AND Associate Degree Nurses from North America. (Binding),

with evidence of passing the National exam(USA: NCLEX - RN) - Canada: Licensing Exam.* AND BLSPreferred:*ACLS, PALS relevant to area of specialty.

* NLT 5 years experience post graduate: preferablein acute tertiary hospitals.* AND Must have excellent communication andability to produce reports in timely fashion.Preferred:*International Accreditation experiences*Evidence of progressive leadership experience*Certified proof of equivalent continual CNE oreducation courses* Broad diverse nursing background andexperience.*Experience of discharge process


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ELECTRO-NEURODIAGNOSTICPosition Required Qualifications Required ExperienceSenior Electroneurodiagnostic /Neurophysiology Technologist

Required:* Bachelor Degree ( 3 years) in the field of Applied Sciences,Neurophysiology or Biophysics/Physiology or equivalent 3 yearsdiploma, from a recognized institution.* AND Current national License

* NLT 4 years experience in a hospitalsetting

Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist

Sub Specialties:

a. EEG / EMGb. Evoked Potentialc. Polysomnographic

Required:* Associate Degree (minimum 2 year curriculum) from an accreditedtraining program as Neurophysiology Technologist.* AND Current National License.

* AND Registered by the:

a. American Board of Registration of ElectroencephalographicTechnologists or equivalent.b. American Board of Registration of Evoked Potential Technologistsor equivalent.c. American Association of Polysonnographic Technologist orequivalent.

*NLT 2 year relevant experience inhospital setting.

EEG / EMG, Evoked Potential ,Polysomnographic

EEG Technician a. High School Certificate Plus certification from a 1year programb. Qualification in a related allied health profession Plus on the job

training by an EEG Supervisor or Neurophysiologist

a. NLT 6 months relevant experience in ahospital setting.

b. NLT 1 year on the job training


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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIANS (EMT) /PARAMEDICSPosition Required Qualifications Required ExperienceAmbulance Physician

NewMedical practitioner criteriawith a minimum of current ACLS and PALS and ATLScourse ( AHA accredited).Current National License

Must meet HAAD PQR Criteria for Medical PractitionerNLT 2 years experience of which one has to be in EmergencyMedicine

Ambulance Nurse

NewRN with a minimum of current PHTL, ACLS and PALSCourseCurrent National License

Must meet HAAD PQR Criteria for RNNLT 2 years experienceOne of the two years has to cover medical /surgical experience.The other year has to be in Emergency department nursing or as

an Emergency Medical Technician.Paramedic Instructor

New Licensed ParamedicCurrent National License/ Certification

NLT 3 years field experienceCurrent ACLS,PALS,PHTLS,BLS Instructor certification

Emergency Medical Technician -Advanced ( Paramedic)EMT-P

New

First Aid Certification* AND Minimum of High School* AND internationally recognized EMT-P course orequivalent not less than 12 months duration.Or Bachelors degree or equivalent in emergencymedical technology / applied science.

* AND Current national license / certification* AND Evidence of field specific CME

NLT 2 year experience post registration/ certificationCurrent ACLS PALS, and PHTLS

Emergency Medical Technician-

Intermediate EMT-INew

* AND First Aid Certification.* AND Minimum of High school.* AND Plus internationally recognized EMT-I courseor equivalent, not less than eight weeks duration.* AND Current national license / certification* AND Evidence of field specific CME

NLT 1 year experience post registration/ certification.

Current ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS


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Position Required Qualifications Experience (Relevant to the Position)

Emergency Medical

Technician Basic EMT-BNew

First Aid Certification* AND Minimum of high school.* AND Internationally recognized EMT-Basic course orequivalent; not less than four weeks duration.* AND Current national license/ certification* AND Evidence of field specific CME

NLT 1 year experience post registration/ certification

Current BLS and BTLS

Medical DispatcherNew

First Aid Certification

* AND Minimum of high school* AND Plus internationally recognized MedicalDispatcher course or equivalent* AND Current national license/ certificationPreferably EMT-B certification

NLT 1 year experience as Medical Dispatcher.


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GENETIC COUNSELOR

HEALTH EDUCATOR


Genetic Counselor New

Required:*Bsc in medical sciences, psychology or healthcare relatedfield* AND MSc in Genetic CounselingPreferred:Bilingual (English & Arabic)*Certification with the American Board of GeneticCounseling (ABCG)

NLT 2years experience as a Genetic Counselor postMSC.

Position Required Qualifications Required ExperienceSenior Health EducatorOfficerNew

*Health Professional Background* AND Postgraduate Course in Specialty EducationCertificate

* Not less than 2 years relevant experience

Health Education Officer

New*Health Professional Background* AND Postgraduate Course in Specialty EducationCertificate* AND Minimum of 12 months of health education program

-


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HEALTH INFORMATIONPosition Required Qualifications Required ExperienceHealth Information Supervisor

(Position for UAE Nationals only)

New

Required:* BSc or Higher Diploma in Health Information or relatedfield, or equivalent qualification of NLT 3 years studyduration.Preferred:* Masters degree in Healthcare field or management oradministration field* Certification in American Health InformationManagement Association or equivalent.

*NLT 6 years experience within Health InformationField.

Senior Health InformationCoordinator


Required:* BSc or Higher Diploma in Health Information or relatedfield, or equivalent qualification of NLT 3 years study

duration.Preferred:* Certification in American Health InformationManagement Association or equivalent.


Health Information Coordinator


Required:* BSc or Higher Diploma in Health Information or relatedfield, or equivalent qualification of NLT 3 years studyduration.Preferred:* Certification in American Health InformationManagement Association or equivalent.


*UAE Nationals:upon completion of 1 year training.

Health Information Technician


Required:* Certificate Diploma (CD)in Health Information orrelated field, or equivalent qualification of NLT 2 yearsstudy duration.Preferred:* Certification in American Health InformationManagement Association or equivalent.

*UAE Nationals upon completion of 1 year training.


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IN-VITRO FERTILIZATION (IVF)Position Required Qualifications Required Experience

Manager of IVF

Required:* BSc degree, with emphasis in Human Embryology from anaccredited program or equivalent;* AND MSc degree or post graduate diploma specializing inHuman Embryology from an accredited program or equivalentHealthcare field or management or administration field* AND Documented experience with cryopreservation andmicromanipulation (intracytoplasmic sperm injection essential)* AND Current National License

* NLT 6 years clinical experience in IVF Laboratory;

MSc specializing in Human Embryology or equivalent :* NLT 2 years clinical experience in IVF Laboratory post receiptof MSc or post graduate diploma;* Evidence of progressive leadership and managementexperience in a clinical position.

Senior IVF MedicalTechnologist

Required:* BSc degree in Science/Biology or in Applied Science* AND Current National LicensePreferred;MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from the requiredyears of experience)

* NLT 4 year clinical IVF laboratory experience;* AND Evidence of progressive leadership and managementexperience in a clinical position.

Preferred:* Tissue/cell culture experience or previous IVF training,

IVF MedicalTechnologist

Required:* BSc degree in Science/Biology or in Applied Science.* AND Current National License or equivalent.Preferred:MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from the required

years of experience)

* NLT 2 year clinical IVF laboratory experience.

Preferred:* Tissue/cell culture experience or previous IVF training.


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MEDICAL LABORATORYPosition Required Qualifications Required Experience

Manager of MedicalLaboratory

(Technician's position,not the ChiefPathologist)

Required:a.BSc in Medical Technology or clinicallaboratory science or an equivalentq

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