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Mohammad Alshdaifat

Director of operations
Abu Dhabi
Mohammad Alshdaifat

Summary

Dynamic healthcare operations leader with over 12 years of experience in Executive management, EMS leadership, Paramedics, and ICU nursing. Recognized for optimizing operational efficiency and streamlining processes. Proven success in managing large teams exceeding 700 members while implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and reduce costs. Currently serving as Director of Operations at National Ambulance UAE, overseeing frontline ambulance services across the five Northern Emirates and leading significant projects in Abu-Dhabi. My portfolio includes EMS strategy, business continuity (NCEMA-certified), corporate planning, and large-scale event operations such as Formula 1. Committed to driving transformation, operational excellence, and patient-centered care to achieve measurable organizational outcomes. Prepared to leverage exceptional leadership and planning skills in a new role within hospital and pre-hospital settings.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
13
Certificates

Work History

National Ambulance

Director of Operations
09.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Oversaw daily operations across all sectors, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks. Northern Emirates Frontline Operations and Ambulance Communication Center)
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines. (Aligning clinical and Operational policy)
  • Member of a team, Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement. Mainly shaping the technical part of any project
  • Developed a mentorship program with objectives to sustain knowledge, promote a culture of learning, maintain quality, and support staff with targeted learning objectives
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth, and productivity. (Response policy, Transportation policy, Ambulance communication policy etc..)
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by enforcing compliance with established regulations, policies, procedures, as well as conducting regular audits checks.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable growth over the next 5 years (Plans are SMART and Strategic).
  • Mitigated risks by developing comprehensive contingency plans that ensured business continuity during unforeseen events or challenges.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews to assess team progress, providing constructive feedback and guidance for continuous improvement.
  • Championed quality assurance efforts by establishing rigorous standards and monitoring adherence to maintain high levels of service delivery (Oversaw the preparation and the conduction of ISO and JCI accreditations and ensured readiness across all Operations).
  • Drove revenue growth through the identification of new market opportunities and the expansion of existing products/services offerings.

National Ambulance

Operations Manager
08.2022 - 09.2023

Job overview

  • Oversaw Frontline operations in RAK, UAQ, Fujairah and Central region (Operation Section Manager for the an operational sector, including the emirates of RAK, UAQ, Fujairah and Central Region managing more than 250 clinicians).
  • Developed a Kaizen team to manage the resource allocation process and workforce planning, ensuring optimal resource use
  • Developed and implemented Dynamic resources deployment plan to ensure optimal response during Flood, Winter, Fog, aligning with business requirements and KPI.
  • Planned and Led Mass Gathering event such as Formula1, Ras-Alkiamah New Year event, and many other events
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

University of Wollongong

Adjunct Tutor / Nurse Instructor
01.2021 - 01.2023

Job overview

  • Assist of delivery of lectures to undergraduate students on topics such as pharmacology, mental health nursing and community health care practices (Therapeutics in Nursing/ Evidence Appreciation and Application in Health Care Practice/ Leadership in Health Care Practice/ Challenges of Ageing/reflection and practice)
  • Monitored progress of more than 100 student and provided formal evaluation upon completion of assignments. Also, provide them with additional resources to enhance their learning experience.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
  • Holding mid-week tutorials for nursing students in bachelor program.

National Ambulance

Operation Supervisor (acting Manager)
07.2021 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Acting Area Manager for the an operational area, including the emirates of Fujairah and Central Region
  • Managed more than 12 frontline ambulances ambulances with more than 120 Clinicians, workforce, supply chain, bi-annual staff performance, developments plan, etc..
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies, mitigating potential risks.
  • Implemented risk assessment procedures to minimize potential disruptions across all areas of operation.
  • Achieved ISO and JCI, accreditations with Zero non-conformance

National Ambulance

Area Leader
07.2016 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Practicing Emergency medical technician and first responder with full DOH/MOH qualifications.
  • Develop and establish new operations plan to ensure proper utilization of company resources to deliver 24/7 frontline ambulance service.
  • Providing leadership and support to team of more than 100 operational staff. Also, provide first responder leadership at Multi Casualty Incidents, events, and operations, as required.
  • Created and delivered well established strategies to manage multi causality events. Also, act as liaison with internal and external partners.
  • Created and developed all safety measures related to ambulance operation and stand by location to promote positive culture of Health and Safety awareness amongst team, station, and area.
  • Conduct regular check and act as leaders and champions in Infection Control & Prevention as per JCI/ISO standards
  • Engage, understand and participate in Quality Health Safety and Environment (QHSE) Management System Compliance and Improvement. Conducting regular survey, forming QHSE Risk, and verifying corrective actions
  • Identified and removed obstacles in customer/client experience, supporting individual discovery through direct partnerships with Operations Manager and company leadership.
  • Evaluated employee performance, providing actionable feedback and opportunities for growth.

National Ambulance

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN
07.2015 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Drive to scene and provide BLS and first Aid after assessment. Average response for national ambulance is 300 - 600 call/day.
  • Provide and deliver advance cardiac resuscitation for cardiac arrest patients.
  • Providing all pre-hospital care services for patients after trauma events and after complaining of medical conditions such as Diabetic, Anaphylactic shock, Asthmatic, heart attach.
  • Controlled bleeding, bandaging, and tourniquet in addition to splinting in case of fracture.
  • Managed shock cases and administer medication as per my clinical privilege.
  • Transfer patients to Emergency department and prepare full report and endorse properly
  • Collaborate with other agencies Civil defense and police to ensure proper management and treatment done at right time and right place.

Emirate Red Crescent

Emergency Room Registered Nurse
03.2015 - 07.2015

Job overview

  • Mainly to support patient coming from Syria during syria war
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
  • Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.

Hospital: Amman hospital

REGISTERED NURSE
03.2014 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Intensive care unit/Critical care unit nurse (ICU/CCU Nurse)
  • Assess patients and collaborate with health care team to plan, implement, co-ordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families
  • Conducting physical assessment, respiratory and heart monitoring of ICU patients. Managing medication doses, anesthesia and mechanical ventilator.
  • Performed and deliver best care for patients after open heart surgery and after kidney transplant. Also, monitor, identify, document, and report symptoms and changes in patients’ conditions.
  • Performed daily pre and post care for more than 10 patients each day after cardiac catheterization.
  • Manage and prevent bedsore for bedridden
  • Supervise and train licensed practical nurses and other Junior nursing staff

Education

The University of Wollongong
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Master of Science from Clinical Leadership
11-2021

University Overview

  • Awarded master of Clinical Leadership with Distinction.
  • Specialized in developing clinical practice by utilizing modern and full evidence based practice tools. Also, focused on leading change in healthcare and promoting clinical excellence.
  • Awarded by the program director and selected as one of the main tutors for the nursing bridging bachelor program. Taught the following (Evidence Appreciation and Application in Health Care Practice/ Leadership in Health Care Practice/reflection and practice/Research)
  • Thesis name: What are the effective intervention to reduce compassion fatigue among health care workers.

Al-Albayt University
Jordan

Bachelor of Science from Nursing Science
12-2013

University Overview

  • Awarded bachelor of nursing with grade 75.6 - Distinction

Skills

Accomplishments

  • Developed and implemented an Operational Deployment Plan that cut extra duty cost, increased ambulance availability by 10%, maximise resources utilization during peak hours.
  • Developed and implemented a structured internship program for new joiners, cutting preparation time by 73% (from two months to eight shifts) through targeted learning objectives
  • Implemented an Operational Deployment Plan at strategic and operational levels, cutting average hospital handover time in some emirates by 27% (from 30 to 22 minutes).
  • Implemented a supplier performance reporting process for supportive departments, leading to the identification and replacement of one underperforming supplier (Increased ambulance availability by 20%)
  • Conducted and led a fishbone technique session with all stakeholders to identify causes of missing ePCRs, reducing missing records by more than 50%
  • In coordination with the system admin, Audited and resolved data corruption in the dispatching system, improving data accuracy to 99%.
  • Audited and corrected staff leave, extra duty, and overrun logs, achieving 100% accuracy and eliminating user errors or data manipulation.
  • Oversaw the development of a new annual leave planner for over 600 staff, ensuring fair and efficient allocation, achieving 100% leave utilization, improving staff satisfaction, and full use of contract hours with zero loss to the company
  • Achieved a 71.39% increase in event revenue and expanded market share from 2023 to 2024 through efficient resource utilization, increased event coverage, new business acquisition, and proactive client outreach
  • Launched and expanded non-emergency transfer services for UAE nationals over 60, overseeing process development, governance, and efficient management of additional tasks and resources
  • Launched a confidential project deploying over 15 ambulances within strict time and resource constraints, showcasing efficient resource utilization and advanced workforce planning
  • Overseeing an initiative to adjust the Dispatching system internally to reduce Call handling from 2 minutes to 1.5 minutes - In progress
  • Developed and implemented an Operational Response Plan that reduced ambulance accidents, improved response efficiency, decreased staff stress, and enhanced safety for EMS road attendants and team members
  • Established the emergency medical service operations in the New ADAC (Zayed) Airport and the transition phase from the old airport
  • Managed Hundred of MCI (multi-causality incidents) as a Silver Incident commander deploying and implementing MIMMS principles successfully
  • Led the Operations department during a severe staff shortage, sustaining standards and quality with an average of 25% newly hired staff, with zero non-conformance or malpractice reported
  • Restructured the departmental chart to sustain quality service and maintain business continuity, based on geographical knowledge and data-driven decisions, achieving 100% success with clear improvements in manager-to-staff engagement rates and processes
  • Run Formula 1 and Oversaw running its medical coverage for the past three years (2022,2023,2024) and preparation for 2025
  • Participated and led hundred of MCI (multi-causality incidents) training with stakeholders (Civil Defense, Police, Airports)
  • Conducted many MCI Management workshop to the junior leadership team ensuring unified practice among my team
  • Championed infection control practices and enforced compliance of all regulation at all times

Timeline

DOH Paramedics Exam - Licensed

02-2027

Certified BLS provider (basic life support) (valid)

03-2025

Certified ACLS provider (Valid)

03-2025

Certified PALS provider (Valid)

03-2025

Certified MIMMS Provide (Major Incident Medical Management and Support) Valid

03-2025

Certified PHTLS provider (prehospital trauma life support) (valid)

01-2025

Certified Lead Implementer for Business Continuity

01-2025

Certified PEARS provider (paediatric emergency Assessment, Recognition, and stabilization) (valid)

01-2024

Lean Six Sigma Course

01-2024

Director of Operations

National Ambulance
09.2023 - Current

Helicopter Marshaling training provided by Sharjah airwing

08-2023

Operations Manager

National Ambulance
08.2022 - 09.2023

Operation Supervisor (acting Manager)

National Ambulance
07.2021 - 07.2022

Adjunct Tutor / Nurse Instructor

University of Wollongong
01.2021 - 01.2023

MOHAP Paramedic License

01-2020

Certified ITLS provider (international trauma life support) (160 hours)

01-2017

Area Leader

National Ambulance
07.2016 - 01.2020

Certified EMT-B from the national ambulance on behalf of Charles Stewart University (Australia)

07-2015

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

National Ambulance
07.2015 - 12.2016

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Emirate Red Crescent
03.2015 - 07.2015

REGISTERED NURSE

Hospital: Amman hospital
03.2014 - 03.2015

The University of Wollongong

Master of Science from Clinical Leadership

Al-Albayt University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing Science

Software

Microsoft

Kronos

Dispatching system

Criteria Based Dispatch system

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Arabic
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Certification

DOH Paramedics Exam - Licensed

Mohammad AlshdaifatDirector of operations