Job Description

Location
Doha, Qatar
Experience

Job Type
Recruitment

Occupational Medicine Specialist

Job Summary:

The incumbent goal is to work closely with the Medical Center team to develop and implement occupational health programs, conduct medical examinations & provide medical guidance to management on occupational health matters.

Main Responsibilities & Tasks

Develop implement and evaluate occupational health programs to prevent work-related illnesses & injuries Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and provide recommendations to management on occupational health matters Design and implement health surveillance programs to monitor the health status of workers exposed to occupational hazards Conduct thorough medical examinations and assessments for employees including pre-employment medical & periodic health checks Provide expert medical guidance to management on employee fitness for work, workplace accommodations and return-to-work strategies Manage occupational-related medical cases ensuring timely and effective treatment Develop and implement health promotion programs to educate employees on healthy lifestyle choices & disease prevention strategies Collaborate with the Medical Center team to develop and distribute health education materials promoting a culture of wellness Provide one-on-one health coaching and counseling services to employees, addressing their specific health concerns & goals, and empowering them to make informed decisions about their well-being Provide specialist consultative medical advice to staff regarding occupational medicine related conditions or issues Assist the Company's Occupational Health Safety Team with expert medical advice for risk assessments, reasonable adjustments and the choice & use of PPE Keep line managers, department heads, and other stakeholders informed about updates, trends & best practices in Occupational Medicine that may impact on workplace health, safety, and productivity

Minimum Required Qualifications, Certificates & Skills

Qualifications (e.g., Education)

Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree with specialization in Occupational Medicine (Board-certified or Master's degree in Occupational Health and Industrial Medicine) Valid license to practice as an Occupational Medicine Specialist in Qatar, including completion of the Qatari evaluation as a specialist and Dataflow verification for foreign specialists

Work Experience (e.g., Number of years and field/role)

Minimum 7- 8 years of experience in Occupational Medicine or a related field, preferably in the medical sector, with at least 5-6 years of experience in the GCC region in a similar or equivalent role within a Commercial or Industrial Occupational Health Department

Certificates & Trainings

Any relevant certification or training such as:

Certified Occupational Medicine Specialist (COMS) Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) * Certified Safety Professional (CSP)