Q: I'm a nurse in one of the private hospitals in Dubai. Since I started the job I have had to cover on-call duties. Can I refuse? A: If this designation is not specified in the job offer or the concluded contract, you can reject it. You are required to carry out duties as per your job description…

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I'm a nurse and since I started the job I have had to cover on-call duties. Can I refuse?

Hi,

I'm a nurse in one of the private hospitals in Dubai.

Since I started the job I have had to cover on-call duties.

Can I refuse?

Or they can force me?

Laila Hamza Al Mulla Advocates and Legal Consultants

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17 Mar 2023, 11:14

If this designation is not specified in the job offer or the concluded contract, you can reject it.

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Hamdan Al Kaabi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

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17 Mar 2023, 11:41

Dear Ma'am,

You are required to carry out duties as per your job description that you may have signed at the time of recruitment.

In case of any further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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Al Aman Legal Consultancy

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18 Mar 2023, 17:34

You must review the employment contract between you and the terms governing the relationship.

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