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Dar Al Shifa Hospital (DASH) was established in 1963 as the first private hospital in Kuwait. From being just a maternity hospital, it has grown into a leading healthcare institution in the country. As a result of their growing reputation, implementation of the state-of-the-art technology and continuous investment in their staff, the hospital has increased its capacity in terms of both, inpatient beds and outpatient clinics. This has in turn has given them the capability to work for a broader segment of people. Over the years, the healthcare center has developed into a fully-fledged general hospital offering a wide scope of services through its numerous dedicated departments.


Some of the divisions are Gastroenterology Division, IVF & Reproductive Medicine Unit, Nephrology Division, Obstetrics & Gynecology Department, Plastic Surgery Department, Cardiology Department, Diagnostic Imaging Center, Neurology Division, Ophthalmology Department, Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Division, Cardiovascular Surgery Department, Endocrinology Division, Interventional Radiology Department, Neonatology Department, Neurosurgery Department, Orthopedic Surgery Department, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Urology & Andrology Department, etc.


With a vision to become the leader in the healthcare sector of Kuwait and the region, DASH has been providing high quality care and services to their patients that are distinguished by excellence, compassion and innovation. The hospital also takes special care of its staff and provides great benefits for their personal and professional development.

Purpose and Scope of the JobDietitian role is to ensure hospital in-patients receive appropriate nutrition care meeting their medical condition and act as a counselor in nutrition matter for hospital outpatient and community. Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance StandardsPlans nutritional care for patients and formulates improved techniques and procedures in the preparation and servicing of regular and modified diets to patients.Adapts and modifies menus in accordance with the needs of the patient for the maintenance and improvement of nutritional status as well as evaluate food consumed and provide counseling in principals of nutrition.Supervises the preparation of special food diet to ensure proper quantity, quality and accuracy of ingredientsVerifies accuracy of diets served to patients.Observes patient's acceptance of diets and make notations in appropriate forms.Monitors the system when a transmission of patients' diet in order and changes take place.Communicates appropriate dietary history and nutritional care data through the record systemConsults physicians concerning dietary prescriptions and implement these through meals that are adapted to the needs of individual patientsParticipates in health team rounds and serve as a consultant on nutritional careAssists in establishment of an efficiency food delivery system to the patientsCoordinate with external stakeholders including diet meals partner company to address day to operational issuesCoordinate with internal stakeholders e.g. marketing, customer services to address operational issuesInstructs patients and family on normal nutrition and routine diet modifications using effective teaching techniquesEnsures safety standards (occupational and patient safety) are complied.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Direct Reporting Authority.Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed.Provides or promotes people centered care.Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs.Clinical ResponsibilityResponsible for inpatient nutrition careResponsible for diet clinic outpatient counselingDevelopment and PlanningProposes ideas to improve nutrition care process and clinic revenue Qualifications, Competencies and SkillsEducationB.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics Training: Hospital Internship of at least 6 monthsExperience3 to 4 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.LicensureApplicableLanguageWell versed in English and ArabicComputer ProficiencyGood computer skillsPerformance CompetenciesStrong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to interact and communicate with people, often in stressful situations.Ability to analyze and solve problemsHigh skills in public relations and customer servicePrinciple Working Relationships and RemarksDirector of Operations, Kitchen staff, waitresses, room service, and support services departments.Patients, visitorsNurses (Nursing Dept.), Medical Dept. Doctors & medical team

Posted a month ago

Purpose and Scope of the JobHandles all medical and internal medical cases in the department and in patient’s wards according to policies and procedures of the Department.Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards1Interviews all patients presenting to the ER, provided they fulfill formalities of the ER according to the policy and procedures2Performs and master the first aid management of different medical emergencies according to policies and procedures3Notifies the Consultant or Specialist on duty about the details of clinical data if the patients need admission and discuss with him the plan of management4Takes patient’s history; conducts physical examinations, requests and interprets necessary investigations as the patient’s condition mandates and provides the treatment plans for all patients before transfer to the ward.5Notifies the outside doctors about the details of clinical data of their patients and follow their instructions about the management plan6Performs a routine ward round for all patients knowing their complaints and according to policy and procedures of individual case7Registrar the clinical data and any change in treatment instructions in the patient file. (writing the time and date).8Ward rounds at least once in routine cases and according to special instructions in certain cases (according to policy and procedures)9Completes the clinical notes of the ER files and handover of cases between the two successive shifts with all clinical details10Decides and issues sick leave, according to MOH regulations and policies of DASH11Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care needs12Ensures implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Emergency Room Department Policy and Guidelines.13Promotes and participates in the departmental and hospital educational and training programs and clinical audits.14Accepts all other additional assignments found necessary by the Head of Department15Knowledge and ability to use hospital computer systems. Training on SAP and It systems.Qualifications, Competences and SkillsEducation MBBS and Master DegreeExperience 1 year of experience after Master’s degreeLicensure Valid Kuwait medical License Language Well versed in English and ArabicComputer Proficiency Good computer skills Performance Competencies1Good communication skills2Knowledge of Required Organizational practices /patient safety standards.3Command over professional code of ethics , medical bylaws4Knowledge of evidence based Age specific/ Population specific patient care clinical guidelines accepted by the hospital 5Culturally competent ( Kuwaiti patients’ culture and beliefs)6AHA certified Basic Life support providerPatient Safety : Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. (Note: Accreditation requirement) Provides or promotes patient and family-centered care. (Note: Accreditation requirement) Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. ( Note : Special needs project requirement)Principle Working Relationships and Remarks1Medical Administrative staff, Peers, Nurses, Clinical Ancillary staff, Customer service staff and Secretaries.

Posted 5 months ago

Job Description Designation: ED Registrar Name: Department( Section ):Medical (Emergency Medicine)Reporting to:Medical DirectorThrough:Head of DepartmentResponsible for/Reporting Staff: Purpose and Scope of the JobComplete management of patients attending the Emergency Room department. This applies to all emergencies in all specialties. Responsible for the code Blue calls anywhere in the Hospital.Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance Standards1Meets all patients for the Emergency Room, provided they fulfill formalities of the Emergency Room according to the policy and procedures.2Performs and master the first aid management of different medical emergencies according to policies and procedures.3Notifies the Consultant or Specialist on duty about the details of clinical data if there is no specialty registrar in the admitting unit and the patients need admission and discuss with him the plan of management.4Takes patient’s history; conducts physical examinations, requests and interprets necessary investigations as the patient’s condition mandates and provides the treatment plans for all patients before transfer to the ward in coordination with the admitting unit registrar in Consultation with the admitting Consultant.5Notifies outside doctors (specialist, consultant) about cases that require admission and discusses the immediate management of the case until the time the patient is transferred to the ward if the condition so demands.6Registers the clinical data and any change in treatment instructions in the Emergency Room file. (Mentioning the time and date).7Completes the clinical notes of the Emergency Room files and handover of cases between the two successive shifts with all clinical details.8Decides and issues sick leave, according to Ministry Of Health regulations and policies of the hospital.9Participates in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care needs.10Ensures implementation of the Ministry of Health regulations, the Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the Emergency Room Department Policy and Guidelines.11Promotes and participates in the departmental and hospital educational and training programs and clinical audits.12Accepts all other additional assignments pertaining to the departmental and hospital activities and growth found necessary by the Head of Department.Qualifications, Competences and SkillsEducation MBBS & Master Degree in Emergency medicineExperience Minimum1 year experience in the same fieldLicensure Valid Kuwait LicensesLanguage Well versed in English and elementary knowledge of Arabic is desirable.Computer Proficiency Good computer skillsPerformance Competencies1Good communication skills2Knowledge of Required Organizational practices /patient safety standards.3Command over professional code of ethics , medical bylaws4Knowledge of evidence based Age specific/ Population specific patient care clinical guidelines accepted by the hospital 5Culturally competent ( Kuwaiti patients’ culture and beliefs)6AHA certified Basic Life support provider7AHA certified Advance Cardiac Life support provider8Role during emergency preparednessPatient Safety :1Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed. (Note: Accreditation requirement)2Provides or promotes patient and family-centered care. (Note: Accreditation requirement)3Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs. ( Note : Special needs project requirement)Principle Working Relationships and Remarks1Medical Administrative staff, Peers, Nurses, Clinical Ancillary staff, Customer service staff and Secretaries.

Posted 5 months ago

Purpose and Scope of the JobDietitian role is to ensure hospital in-patients receive appropriate nutrition care meeting their medical condition and act as a counselor in nutrition matter for hospital outpatient and community. Main Duties and Responsibilities/Performance StandardsPlans nutritional care for patients and formulates improved techniques and procedures in the preparation and servicing of regular and modified diets to patients.Adapts and modifies menus in accordance with the needs of the patient for the maintenance and improvement of nutritional status as well as evaluate food consumed and provide counseling in principals of nutrition.Supervises the preparation of special food diet to ensure proper quantity, quality and accuracy of ingredientsVerifies accuracy of diets served to patients.Observes patient's acceptance of diets and make notations in appropriate forms.Monitors the system when a transmission of patients' diet in order and changes take place.Communicates appropriate dietary history and nutritional care data through the record systemConsults physicians concerning dietary prescriptions and implement these through meals that are adapted to the needs of individual patientsParticipates in health team rounds and serve as a consultant on nutritional careAssists in establishment of an efficiency food delivery system to the patientsCoordinate with external stakeholders including diet meals partner company to address day to operational issuesCoordinate with internal stakeholders e.g. marketing, customer services to address operational issuesInstructs patients and family on normal nutrition and routine diet modifications using effective teaching techniquesEnsures safety standards (occupational and patient safety) are complied.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Direct Reporting Authority.Ensures quality and patient safety practices are followed.Provides or promotes people centered care.Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs.Clinical ResponsibilityResponsible for inpatient nutrition careResponsible for diet clinic outpatient counselingDevelopment and PlanningProposes ideas to improve nutrition care process and clinic revenue Qualifications, Competencies and SkillsEducationB.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics Training: Hospital Internship of at least 6 monthsExperience3 to 4 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.LicensureApplicableLanguageWell versed in English and ArabicComputer ProficiencyGood computer skillsPerformance CompetenciesStrong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to interact and communicate with people, often in stressful situations.Ability to analyze and solve problemsHigh skills in public relations and customer servicePrinciple Working Relationships and RemarksDirector of Operations, Kitchen staff, waitresses, room service, and support services departments.Patients, visitorsNurses (Nursing Dept.), Medical Dept. Doctors & medical team

Posted 5 months ago