Locum Resident Medical Officer - Orthopedics Department 3-6 Months

ABOUT US

Fakeeh Health is a pioneering healthcare group brought to the UAE by the esteemed founders of Fakeeh Care Group, KSA. With a strong legacy in clinical excellence, research & innovation, and academic integration, Fakeeh Health stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering holistic, high-quality, and accessible healthcare.

Fakeeh Health includes a network of patient-focused facilities led by our flagship, Fakeeh University Hospital, where Person-Centered Care (PCC) guides both patient and employee experiences. As a Planetree-aligned organization, we foster a supportive and empowering work culture. Our network also includes Fakeeh MediCenters across Dubai for accessible primary care, the tech-enabled Fakeeh Smart Clinic for hybrid physical and virtual care, and Fakeeh DaySurge, focused on minimally invasive, same-day procedures.

Aligned with our organizational values and PCC goals, we value professionals who bring experience in community engagement or corporate social responsibility (CSR), as such backgrounds reflect our shared commitment to meaningful social impact and community upliftment.

JOB PURPOSE:

Assists MRP and treating teams in implementing management plan and performs documentation in EMR in a timely manner and in accordance with Fakeeh care policies and procedures. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive medical support for Inpatient services and Operating Theatre, working closely with Consultants and Specialists to ensure safe, evidence-based, and high-quality patient care.

This role is ideal for a General Practitioner/ Junior Specialist with recent 3-5 years of Orthopedic surgical experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Interviews and evaluates patients during his/her duty hours, and takes  thorough accurate medical history, including detailed medication history, socioeconomic, psychological and functional history, and perfroms physical exams as applicable. Documents findings and  relevant clinical information in the patients medical record.
• Notifies the attending physician about any admitted inpatients and discusses with him/her the patients clinical condition and any medical details that warrant further or additional management, clarify with him/her the needed work up and management plan.
• Conducts daily rounds to every inpatient in his / her assigned wards, and documents in the progress notes his / her findings along with assessment and plan of care. 
• Covers call Rota as first on call as per departmental schedules 
• Responds immediately to patients medical complaints, evaluates and manages the patient with assistance of the concerned specialist or consultant, and documents findings and plan of care in the progress notes.
• Documents all the indications and clinical justifications for all requested advanced diagnostic tests (e.g. C.T. scan, MRI.U/S)  and for management steps and ensure documentation complies with fakeeh care policies and with isnurance companies standards , including accurate choice of ICD’s.
• Completes handover/ Handoff at the end of duty shifts for all inpatients in his / her assigned ward to his / her colleague . habd off details must include pending medical diagnostic and therapeutic tasks.
• Coordinates between the patient and all disciplines of health care team involved in the care provision including nurses, consultants, clinical dietitians, social workers, laboratory and radiology departments and Insurance company doctors, etc.
• Fills accurately and properly all required forms in patients medical record as defined by Fakeeh Care policies including the medical transfer form for all patients transferred from his / her ward to another wards.
• Completes properly and accurately the discharge summaries of his inpatients and discusses the discharge instruction sheet and take home medications with the discharged patients.
• Attends all departmental meetings and participates actively in all departmental projects and activities.
• Participates in all quality and patient safety activities in the Fakeeh Health Care facility.
• Acts as an active member of the Fakeeh Health Care facility and shares in all efforts that facilitate the provision of safe, uneventful and smooth care to Fakeeh Care patients.

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Key Responsibilities

• • Provide medical care and support to Orthopedic surgeries in inpatient/ OT setting under the supervision of Consultants.
  • Assist in the pre-operative and post-operative management of Orthopedic patients.
  • Participate in ward rounds, document clinical findings, and implement treatment plans.
  • Provide medical coverage for the Operating Theatre, including patient assessment and peri-operative care.
  • Respond promptly to Emergencies/Trauma
  • Perform routine bedside procedures within the scope of clinical privileges.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record
  • Collaborate effectively with nursing, anaesthesia, and allied health teams to ensure continuity of care.
  • Comply with hospital policies, patient safety standards, infection prevention protocols, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by the DHA.
• General Practitioner or Junior Specialist with 2–5 years of post-internship hospital experience in Orthopedics Department.
• DHA Eligibility Letter or DHA License is mandatory as GP or Specialist, Orthopedic Surgery
• Recent experience in Surgical Inpatient and Operating Theatre is essential.
• Current BLS certification is a prerequisite.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work rotational shifts, including weekends, nights, and on-call duties.
• Candidates available to join within 3 weeks will be prioritized.
• Candidates must hold valid UAE Residence Visa with NOC from current sponsor to work as a Locum.