Quality and Patient Safety Officer

Closing date: 16/11/2026 Number of positions: 1 Recruiter name: Reem Mansoor Reference number: 74882 Workplace Type: Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital | Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To support and guide quality and patient safety initiatives for the business unit to ensure achievement of company goals and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS Monitor and guide quality and patient safety initiatives aimed at achieving JCIA accreditation standards Provide guidance to business to achieve quality and patient safety standards by means of relevant policies and procedures Implement appropriate and effective training programmes aimed at educating business on sound quality and patient safety measures Schedule and execute quality and patient safety audits to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and best practice Support business with quality improvement metrics and related analytics, including periodic reviews of the effectiveness of implemented quality and patient safety measures Monitor and manage the clinical and non-clinical risk management programme REQUIRED EDUCATION A relevant formal qualification in Nursing or other related clinical discipline A relevant degree or diploma in Quality Improvement REQUIRED EXPERIENCE At least 2 years' experience in developing and leading quality projects or related initiatives within a hospital setting Previous experience in hospital accreditation surveys (e.g. JCI, AHA, SRC, CARF, etc.) Previous experience in JAWDA data extraction and validation. Previous experience in Abu Dhabi licensing and regulatory audits (e.g. DOH, Tasneef, etc.). REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office applications Data analytics and methodologies Development and implementation of training programmes Quality management and governance standards and best practice UAE healthcare regulatory framework and related requirements Verbal and written communication skills in English All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program. If you wish to grow with us, apply now and become a part of the Mediclinic Middle East Family