Reshma J Menon

Professional Background:
HR Team Lead – Talent Acquisition & Medical Licensing

Notable Achievements

  • Streamlined Medical Licensing Processes: Managed the DHA, MOH, and DOH (HAAD) medical licensing processes for doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
  • Improved Licensing Knowledge: Trained internal HR teams on UAE medical licensing requirements, reducing external dependencies and accelerating recruitment processes.
  • Addressed Critical Staffing Needs: Partnered with private multispecialty hospitals and clinics in Dubai to recruit highly skilled professionals for niche roles, such as Consultants, Specialists, and General Physicians.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Collaborated with UAE regulatory bodies (DHA, MOH, DOH) and healthcare organizations to stay updated on policy changes, ensuring compliance in all recruitment and licensing activities.
  • Achieved High Success Rates: Maintained a 99% success rate in obtaining medical licenses for candidates by managing application submissions, document verification, and regulatory compliance.
  • Recruited Top Medical Talent: Onboarded over 100 licensed healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, and allied health staff) across multiple UAE facilities within a year to meet project demands.

Educational Qualifications

  • M.Sc. in Microbiology
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC-A)

Specialization/Genres

  1. Specialist and International Recruitment:

    • Focus: Recruiting professionals from global markets for specialist positions.
    • Roles include:
      • Internationally licensed doctors and surgeons
      • Nurses and healthcare professionals with global certifications
      • Cross-border recruitment for hospitals
  2. Clinical Recruitment:

    • Focus: Hiring clinical professionals like doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare staff.
    • Roles include:
      • General Physicians, Consultants, and Specialists
      • Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners
      • Dentists, Surgeons, Radiologists
      • Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists
  3. Executive Recruitment (Healthcare Leadership):

    • Focus: Placing high-level leadership positions in hospitals and healthcare organizations.
    • Roles include:
      • Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
      • Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
      • Department Heads and Medical Directors
  4. Allied Healthcare Recruitment:

    • Focus: Recruiting professionals who provide specialized healthcare services.
    • Roles include:
      • Laboratory Technicians and Pathologists
      • Radiology and Imaging Technicians
      • Respiratory Therapists
      • Nutritionists and Dietitians
  5. Locum and Temporary Staffing:

    • Focus: Short-term placements to fill temporary gaps in hospitals, clinics, or facilities.
    • Roles include:
      • Locum Doctors (General Practitioners, Specialists)
      • Travel Nurses and Temporary Nurses
      • Medical Technologists and Support Staff
  6. Nursing Recruitment:

    • Focus: Specialized recruitment for various levels of nursing roles.
    • Roles include:
      • Pediatric, Geriatric, and Emergency Room Nurses

Hobbies/Interests

  • Health and Well-being: Maintaining physical and mental health through regular workouts, yoga, and meditation.
  • Reading: Exploring a wide range of topics through books and other resources.

Contact Information

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