NMC Healthcare

Healthcare Liaison Officer (HLO) - UAEN

NMC Healthcare  •  Abu Dhabi, AE (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

  • Adhere to the standards set by the Human Resources (HR) department in accordance with respective facility
    policies and procedures.
  • Arrive to work on time, being in position to start work at the shift start time.
  • Answer all incoming calls professionally and within the specified timeframe to comply with set UMOC KPIs.

  • Update and maintain contact details for the Health Care Facilities (HCFs)within the same healthcare group emergency and non-emergency communication.

  • Coordinate and liaise with HCF's Emergency Management Programs, including preparedness, response, recovery, and business continuity.

  • Communicate with the UMOC teams during normal situations, major incidents, mass casualty incidents (MCI), planned mass gatherings, and other emergency situations.

  • Continually monitor respective health care facility resources as part of emergency preparedness activities to assist in case of any emergency incident.

  • Obtain and maintain up-to-date information on critical resources available at HCFs.

  • Engage in communication with hospital experts to obtain specialized advice regarding incidents.

  • Activate and notify relevant healthcare facilities and emergency services as directed by UMOC based on the level and nature of the emergency, maintaining continuous communication between UMOC and HCF until the incident is resolved.

  • Provide real-time surge capacity information as and when required, particularly in the early stages of
    emergency response until the formation of DOH Incident Command, and then follow the incident
    commander's instructions.

  • Work closely with the entire UMOC team on emergency and disaster situations and coordinate with them to assist in any emergency incident.

  • Verify the availability of the HCF Special Pathway Program (SPP) for conditions such as STEMI, Burns, Stroke, etc.

  • Compile periodic reports (as requested by DOH) on all SPP cases related to the HCF.

  • Assist the SPP Task Force in reviewing and improving the SPP process.

  • Prepare and maintain documentation on activities related to emergency preparedness and response.

  • Escalate all relevant emergency incidents/challenges to the UMOC management regularly, effectively using the proper chain of command.

  • Respond effectively to requests from DOH senior management when required and facilitate their requests by coordinating with the necessary healthcare facilities.

  • Must be able to work in shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and handle a fast-paced, multitasking, and stressful work environment.

  • Always maintain confidentiality.

  • Ensure all assets are kept in good working order and report any damage or faulty items as per company policy.

  • Establish a solid working relationship with both internal and external stakeholders.

  • Document all relevant and appropriate information in chronological order into the Estijabah system or any system used in UMOC as close to real-time as possible.

  • Follow internal SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and guidelines of the Operations section.

  • Contact the UMOC management team if you are unable to report to duty at the earliest as well as following your respective health care policies to ensure coverage plan.

  • To actively participate in drills, exercises & courses as requested by DOH and your respected healthcare group.
  • Adhere to the standards set by the Human Resources (HR) department in accordance with respective facility
    policies and procedures.
  • Arrive to work on time, being in position to start work at the shift start time.
  • Answer all incoming calls professionally and within the specified timeframe to comply with set UMOC KPIs.

  • Update and maintain contact details for the Health Care Facilities (HCFs)within the same healthcare group emergency and non-emergency communication.

  • Coordinate and liaise with HCF's Emergency Management Programs, including preparedness, response, recovery, and business continuity.

  • Communicate with the UMOC teams during normal situations, major incidents, mass casualty incidents (MCI), planned mass gatherings, and other emergency situations.

  • Continually monitor respective health care facility resources as part of emergency preparedness activities to assist in case of any emergency incident.

  • Obtain and maintain up-to-date information on critical resources available at HCFs.

  • Engage in communication with hospital experts to obtain specialized advice regarding incidents.

  • Activate and notify relevant healthcare facilities and emergency services as directed by UMOC based on the level and nature of the emergency, maintaining continuous communication between UMOC and HCF until the incident is resolved.

  • Provide real-time surge capacity information as and when required, particularly in the early stages of
    emergency response until the formation of DOH Incident Command, and then follow the incident
    commander's instructions.

  • Work closely with the entire UMOC team on emergency and disaster situations and coordinate with them to assist in any emergency incident.

  • Verify the availability of the HCF Special Pathway Program (SPP) for conditions such as STEMI, Burns, Stroke, etc.

  • Compile periodic reports (as requested by DOH) on all SPP cases related to the HCF.

  • Assist the SPP Task Force in reviewing and improving the SPP process.

  • Prepare and maintain documentation on activities related to emergency preparedness and response.

  • Escalate all relevant emergency incidents/challenges to the UMOC management regularly, effectively using the proper chain of command.

  • Respond effectively to requests from DOH senior management when required and facilitate their requests by coordinating with the necessary healthcare facilities.

  • Must be able to work in shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and handle a fast-paced, multitasking, and stressful work environment.

  • Always maintain confidentiality.

  • Ensure all assets are kept in good working order and report any damage or faulty items as per company policy.

  • Establish a solid working relationship with both internal and external stakeholders.

  • Document all relevant and appropriate information in chronological order into the Estijabah system or any system used in UMOC as close to real-time as possible.

  • Follow internal SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and guidelines of the Operations section.

  • Contact the UMOC management team if you are unable to report to duty at the earliest as well as following your respective health care policies to ensure coverage plan.

  • To actively participate in drills, exercises & courses as requested by DOH and your respected healthcare group.

Medical background


  1. Related experience in hospital preparedness and planning

  2. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

NMC Healthcare

About NMC Healthcare

NMC Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare networks in the United Arab Emirates. Since 1975, we have provided high quality, personalised, and compassionate care to our patients and are proud to have earned the trust of millions of people in the UAE and around the world.

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MOH Number: ZLD03Z9F

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Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Abu Dhabi, AE
Year Founded
1974
Website
nmc.ae
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