STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES FOR REGISTRATION OF DOCTORS REGISTRATION PROCESS The process of registration shall be implemented stepwise.

The operational protocols stated hereafter describe the registration process in step I, which shall be started only for the MOH candidates applying locally for the Oman Medical Licensure Examinations (OMLE). In this step of implementation, the registration data shall be maintained in a locally tailored MS Access or Excel based software program. The process of registration will be integrated into the local recruitment process and shall comprise of four stages in order to ensure complete and accurate data entry, prevent duplication of data entry, and prevent entry of unwanted data. i. The first stage of the registration shall be carried out for all the doctors applying for the PUBLIC SECTOR license from the MOH. ii. Application forms shall be available with the Secretary Oman Medical Licensure Examinations (OMLE). iii. All completed applications (MOH candidates) shall be received in the office of the Secretary OMLE, DGHS, MOH-HQ directly. iv. The Secretary OMLE shall ensure that applications are filled properly in all aspects e.g. 1. All columns have been duly filled 2. All needed certificates & testimonials are duly attached 3. The applicant has duly signed the application form. 4. The information furnished in the application from conforms to the information in the CV and attached certificates. v. All applications shall be issued a coded Number, which shall act as a unified reference for the OMLE as well as in the Registration Section. vi. Copy of the application form shall be forwarded to the registration section for needful 1st stage registration. vii. The stage 1 registration will include a. Name b. Age c. Sex d. Nationality e. Date of application f. Passport No. g. Contact Numbers h. Post applied for. viii. The secretary OMLE shall approve short-listing of the applications. 1. Accepted applications shall be processed further 2. Rejected applications shall be stamped accordingly, with precise reason endorsed on the stamp.

ix. The reasons for Rejection of the applications shall be categorized into following groups. 1. Incompletely filled application 2. Unsuitable qualifications. 3. Inadequate Clinical Experience 4. Irrelevant Clinical experience 5. Missing supporting documents (academic/ experience certificates & testimonials etc). 6. Others OMAN MEDICAL LICENSURE EXAMINATION: 1. All applicants for clinical attachment / limited registration shall be subjected to the OMLE. 2. The short-listing criteria deployed for the regular licensing process shall also apply in these cases, with an exemption of mandatory minimum 3 years experience. 3. All applicants shall pay RO 30/- as service charges for the OMLE. 4. The OMLE shall include written and oral examinations as per preestablished schedules. 5. Applicants not clearing the OMLE shall not be eligible for limited registration or clinical attachments. DISTANT APPLICANTS For candidates applying through mail, following additional steps shall be undertaken. 3.4a. Short-listed candidates shall be approached with a preliminary Acceptance Letter for eligibility assessment for the suitable grade/post, with precise information about the salary offered by MOH. 3.4b. For applicants accepting the offer for eligibility assessment, MOH may assist in acquisition of Visa for candidates willing to visit and sit in the local examinations. The policy for offering Visa to different categories of doctors may vary according to the demand & supply situation, and can be changed by the MOH without prior notice to the applicants. 3.4c. Suitable examination dates shall be adjusted according to the travel plans of the candidates and confirmed on their arrival at DGHA.