Consultant Family Medicine - UAE | Competitive Salary Package

PulseHire HR Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Annual paid leave

Licensing assistance

CME opportunities

Relocation guidance

Job summary

PulseHire HR Middle East invites a Consultant Family Medicine to join a premier healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The role requires delivering comprehensive primary care across all ages, guiding chronic disease management, and leading preventive health services.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practice in line with DOH/DHA guidelines. Licensing support, relocation assistance, and career development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree required.
• Postgraduate qualification in Family Medicine and board certification preferred.
• International specialist qualifications are highly desirable.
• 5–10 years post-specialization experience in Family Medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary healthcare to patients of all ages.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Lead chronic disease management and preventive care initiatives.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on guidelines and investigations.
• Educate patients on healthy lifestyles and disease prevention.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and referrals to specialists.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree

Postgraduate qualification in Family Medicine

Board certification or equivalent consultant-level qualification

International specialist qualifications (ABMS, UK, Canada, Australia, Europe)

Job description

JOB TITLE: Consultant Family Medicine

LOCATION: Abu Dhabi , UAE

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time

SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group

About The Role

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Family Medicine Physician to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is an excellent opportunity for an internationally trained Family Medicine Consultant seeking a competitive salary package, excellent career advancement opportunities, and a rewarding professional environment within the UAE's advanced healthcare sector. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in comprehensive primary healthcare, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and family-centered medical care. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based healthcare to patients of all ages.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients across all age groups, including children, adults, and elderly patients
• Diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Manage chronic diseases, including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, asthma, dyslipidemia, obesity, and thyroid disorders.
• Conduct routine health examinations, preventive screenings, and comprehensive medical assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, medical history, diagnostic investigations, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Provide preventive healthcare services, including vaccinations, lifestyle counseling, health education, and disease prevention.
• Evaluate and manage common respiratory, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and dermatological conditions.
• Provide comprehensive family-centered healthcare, including women's health, men's health, adolescent health, and geriatric care.
• Conduct health risk assessments and provide early detection and management of chronic diseases.
• Interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including laboratory tests, ECG, imaging reports, and other primary care assessments.
• Manage minor medical emergencies and provide initial stabilization and appropriate specialist referrals when required.
• Provide appropriate management of common mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions, within the authorized scope of practice.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and referrals to specialists when clinically indicated.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and ensure continuity of care through regular follow-up and chronic disease management programs.
• Educate patients regarding healthy lifestyles, nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, and preventive healthcare.
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, and other primary healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with DOH regulations, primary healthcare protocols, infection control, and patient-safety standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of family medicine and preventive healthcare services.

Requirements

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Family Medicine
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant‑level qualification
• American Board, UK CCT, Canadian, Australian, European, or other internationally recognized specialist qualifications are highly desirable
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant post‑specialization experience in Family Medicine is preferred
• Strong clinical experience in primary healthcare, chronic disease management, preventive medicine, and comprehensive family‑centered care
• Demonstrated competence in managing patients across different age groups and with multiple medical conditions
• Experience working in established primary healthcare centers, family medicine clinics, or multispecialty hospitals
• Eligible for DOH Consultant Family Medicine classification/license in Abu Dhabi, subject to applicable UAE PQR qualification and experience requirements
• Excellent clinical judgment, leadership, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with attractive employment benefits
• Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi
• Access to modern primary healthcare facilities and advanced diagnostic technologies
• Medical insurance and employment benefits, subject to facility policy
• Annual paid leave and other benefits in accordance with UAE Labour Law and facility policy
• Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Supportive, internationally diverse, multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Professional development and CME opportunities
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates

LICENSING & RELOCATION SUPPORT

• Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance
• DataFlow and credential verification support
• Visa and regulatory processing assistance
• Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable
• Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence‑based practice and patient safety
• Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations
• Interest in long‑term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting