Clinical Governance Manager

Mediclinic Middle East

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Description (EN)

Closing date: 17/11/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Reem Mansoor
Reference number: 75137
Workplace Type:

Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital | Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

The Clinical Governance Manager provides leadership and oversight on clinical governance activities across the hospital to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, optimize patient safety, and manage clinical risks. This role is responsible for guiding and supporting business unit in the implementation of clinical governance policies, overseeing medicolegal cases, managing high-level clinical incidents, and mitigating risks. The Clinical Governance Manager collaborates closely with senior leaders, regulatory bodies, and clinical teams to create a robust culture of safety, quality, and accountability in patient care.

Eligibility: This position is restricted to qualified medical doctors. Applicants who do not hold a recognized primary medical
degree are not eligible for consideration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Clinical Complaints Management
Mortality and Morbidity (M&M) or Similar Case Review
Medico-Legal Case Management
Regulatory Liaison (DOH)
Patient and Family Engagement
Physician Case Reviews and Peer Review
Risk Management Support
Reporting and Governance (Periodic Reports & Dashboards)
Learning and Awareness

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Recognized primary medical degree (MBBS, MBChB, MD or equivalent).
This is a mandatory eligibility requirement. Candidates without a primary medical qualification
will not be considered.

DESIRED EDUCATION

Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Law, or a related field;

Relevant certifications in healthcare risk

management or clinical governance are

desirable.

Certification in healthcare quality (e.g., CPHQ) or risk management is an advantage.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE	a healthcare setting. Proven experience handling clinical complaints, M&M reviews, and medico-legal cases. Experience in conducting clinical audits, case reviews, and root cause analysis. Experience engaging with physicians and senior clinical leaders to obtain case reviews and peer reviews.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE	Previous experience and knowledge of the dynamics and challenges that exist within the healthcare industry coupled with exposure to working within a multi-location environment is highly desirable

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Incident investigation and root cause analysis
Ability to build exceptional client relationships
Client engagement and experience principles
Change management facilitation skills
Application of project management principles
Communication Skills – Verbal and Written
Verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic will be an advantage)
Research and Design methodologies
Clinical governance principles and best practice
Clinical governance frameworks
Clinical Governance and Risk Management
Continuous improvement and quality assurance methodologies
Data Reporting
Knowledge of UAE laws and regulations and JCI standards
UAE healthcare regulatory environment (DHA, DOH, JAWDA/Muashir, JCI, PDPL)

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

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