Department Administrator

Job Overview

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated Department Administrator to join their team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient operational flow of a medical department, supporting the hospital’s commitment to world-class patient care and operational excellence.

Company Overview

Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, part of the M42 group, is a unique and unparalleled extension of US-based Cleveland Clinic’s model of care, specifically designed to address a range of complex and critical care requirements unique to the residents and communities of the United Arab Emirates. Ranked UAE and GCC’s number one hospital in Newsweek’s 2025 “World’s Best Hospitals” and “World’s Best Smart Hospitals” lists, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi comprises of 15 institutes and operates with a Patients First philosophy, addressing the region’s complex healthcare needs. In all, more than 50 medical and surgical specialties are represented at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and are integrated to offer coordinated, multidisciplinary care for adult patients. The facilities at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi combine state-of-the-art amenities and world-class service standards. The hospital is a 364 (expandable to 490) bed facility, with five clinical floors, three diagnostic and treatment levels, and 13 floors of critical and acute inpatient units. The campus is also home to a stand-alone and dedicated cancer center, Fatima bint Mubarak Center. The state-of-the-art, facility provides patients with access to diagnostics and treatment options through world-class facilities across 24 clinical departments that include a range of cancer subspecialities and programs. It is a physician-led medical facility served by Western-trained, North American/European board certified (or equivalent) physicians, licensed by the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi. Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi provides patients in the region direct access to the world’s best healthcare providers and Cleveland Clinic’s unique model of care, reducing their need to travel abroad for treatment.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: None / Open to all applicants
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative operations within a specific department, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Manage departmental schedules, resources, and supervise administrative staff.
• Ensure strict compliance with hospital policies and healthcare regulations.
• Facilitate effective communication channels between staff, patients, and management.
• Support budgeting, procurement, and financial administration for the department.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving high standards of patient care and service excellence.

Requirements

• Proven experience in administrative management, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in administrative software and hospital information systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and the core values of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a world-renowned and leading healthcare institution.
• Significant professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Access to state-of-the-art medical facilities and cutting-edge technology.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment within a multicultural team.
• The chance to make a tangible contribution to enhancing healthcare services in the UAE.