Clinical Psychologist

The Clinical Psychologist provides assessment and psychological care for patients experiencing emotional, behavioural or mental-health difficulties. The role uses appropriate clinical methods, professional judgement and evidence-informed interventions while respecting confidentiality, consent and cultural context. Collaboration with patients, families and healthcare professionals supports coordinated care and appropriate onward referral when needed. Provide psychological assessment and evidence-informed mental-health care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and develop suitable care or intervention plans within professional competence.
• Provide evidence-informed psychological interventions and monitor patient progress against agreed goals.
• Maintain complete and confidential clinical records and communicate relevant care information appropriately.
• Work with medical and allied-health colleagues to support coordinated care and referrals.
• Follow clinical governance, safeguarding, ethical and risk-management procedures, and participate in ongoing professional development.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A recognised postgraduate qualification in Clinical Psychology and professional licensing or eligibility under the relevant UAE healthcare authority are expected for this type of role.
• Relevant clinical experience and training aligned with the patient population served are important.
• Applicants should meet all role-specific credentialing and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Competencies

• Clinical assessment, formulation and evidence-based intervention planning.
• Empathy, active listening, clear communication and cultural sensitivity.
• Confidential documentation, professional ethics and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Work Setting

This position is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, at Mediclinic City Hospital, and involves regular coordination with the relevant clinical, administrative or operational colleagues. The successful candidate should follow approved procedures, protect confidential information, maintain complete records and communicate concerns through the appropriate reporting channels. Patient-facing employees are expected to show respect, cultural awareness and a service-focused approach; specialist and management employees must also support quality, governance and ongoing professional development. The position’s exact duties, licence requirements and any additional eligibility criteria should align with the requirements published for this specific vacancy.