Consultant Gastroenterologist - Advanced Endoscopy

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East invites experienced Consultants in Gastroenterology to join a Dubai-based medical practice. The role focuses on advanced endoscopy including upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, and ERCP where credentialed, with inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.

The ideal candidate holds MD/MBBS with Board Certification in Gastroenterology and at least five years of post-qualification experience, delivering multidisciplinary GI care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• MD/MBBS with specialist training in Gastroenterology.
• Board Certification in Gastroenterology or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in gastroenterology and endoscopy.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with GI symptoms and hepatobiliary disorders.
• Perform and interpret upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy.
• Perform therapeutic endoscopy (polypectomy, ERCP where credentialed).
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for complex care.
• Explain procedures, obtain informed consent, and monitor patients.

Skills

Gastroenterology

Upper GI Endoscopy

Colonoscopy

ERCP

Endoscopy

Multidisciplinary care

Education

MD/MBBS

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

Gastroenterology Training

Job description

Consultant Gastroenterologist - Advanced Endoscopy Job Snapshot Role: Consultant Gastroenterologist - Advanced Endoscopy Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Experience: Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience Job Type: Full-time

Consultant Gastroenterologist - Advanced Endoscopy in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Medical Practice opportunity through Allocation Assist Middle East for an experienced physician specializing in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders, diagnostic endoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, and complex digestive disease management. This hiring opportunity is suited to a board-certified gastroenterologist with strong expertise in upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, polypectomy, ERCP where credentialed, inpatient consultation, and multidisciplinary gastrointestinal care.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Salary: 50000-70000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Consultant Gastroenterologist provides specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and procedural care for patients with diseases affecting the gastrointestinal tract, liver, biliary system, and related digestive structures. The role combines outpatient consultation, inpatient management, endoscopic intervention, and long-term follow-up for both common and complex gastrointestinal conditions. The consultant has a direct impact on early diagnosis, symptom control, cancer detection, complication prevention, and timely therapeutic intervention. Close collaboration with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, dietitians, and other specialists supports coordinated care for patients whose conditions require multidisciplinary management.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients presenting with acute and chronic gastrointestinal symptoms.
• Diagnose and manage disorders affecting the esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, liver, and biliary system.
• Conduct detailed clinical evaluations supported by appropriate diagnostic testing.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans according to diagnosis, severity, and individual patient requirements.
• Provide specialist outpatient gastroenterology consultations.
• Deliver inpatient gastroenterology consultation for hospitalized patients.
• Manage gastrointestinal bleeding and other acute digestive presentations within approved clinical privileges.
• Evaluate patients with abdominal pain, altered bowel habits, dyspepsia, reflux, and other gastrointestinal complaints.
• Manage inflammatory and structural gastrointestinal disorders.
• Assess hepatobiliary conditions requiring specialist medical management.
• Interpret laboratory investigations relevant to gastrointestinal and liver disease.
• Review radiological imaging and integrate findings into clinical decision-making.
• Interpret endoscopic findings and determine appropriate follow-up or intervention.
• Perform upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.
• Conduct diagnostic and surveillance colonoscopy.
• Perform therapeutic endoscopic procedures according to training and credentialing.
• Undertake polypectomy when clinically indicated.
• Perform ERCP where applicable and within approved procedural privileges.
• Identify lesions requiring biopsy or further specialist investigation.
• Obtain appropriate tissue samples during endoscopic procedures.
• Explain procedural indications, benefits, limitations, and potential complications.
• Obtain informed consent before endoscopic intervention.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after gastrointestinal procedures.
• Recognize and manage endoscopy-related complications promptly.
• Coordinate surgical referral when operative treatment is required.
• Collaborate with radiologists on complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary imaging.
• Work with oncologists in the assessment and management of gastrointestinal malignancies.
• Coordinate nutritional management with dietitians where disease affects intake or absorption.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings for complex gastrointestinal cases.
• Contribute to integrated management of patients requiring several specialties.
• Educate patients about gastrointestinal disease prevention.
• Provide practical guidance on diet and lifestyle modification.
• Counsel patients regarding treatment options and expected outcomes.
• Support adherence to long-term medical therapy and surveillance programs.
• Participate in departmental on-call duties when required.
• Respond to urgent gastroenterology consultations according to service needs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Follow applicable UAE healthcare regulations and institutional standards.
• Apply infection prevention and patient safety requirements during endoscopic care.
• Participate in clinical governance and quality improvement programs.
• Contribute to endoscopy quality monitoring and procedural audits.
• Support patient safety initiatives across gastrointestinal services.
• Review clinical outcomes and identify opportunities for service improvement.
• Teach junior doctors, residents, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Provide mentorship in gastroenterology and endoscopy where appropriate.
• Participate in continuing medical education activities.
• Stay current with advances in gastrointestinal medicine and therapeutic endoscopy.
• Evaluate emerging techniques and incorporate evidence-based innovations into practice where appropriate.

Ideal Profile

The position requires an MD, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution together with specialist training in Gastroenterology. Candidates should hold Board Certification in Gastroenterology or an equivalent recognized specialist qualification. A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in gastroenterology and endoscopy is required. The successful physician should demonstrate strong experience managing a broad range of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders across inpatient and outpatient settings. Proficiency in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures is essential. Candidates should be confident performing upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy, with practical experience in polypectomy and other therapeutic procedures. Experience with ERCP is advantageous where the consultant 's training, credentialing, and clinical privileges support the procedure. Strong interpretation skills are required for endoscopic findings, gastrointestinal imaging, and relevant laboratory investigations. The role requires excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal abilities together with the capacity to work effectively in a fast‑paced multicultural healthcare environment. Candidates should meet the professional licensing or eligibility requirements applicable to consultant-level medical practice in the United Arab Emirates.

Skills Set

• Gastroenterology
• Gastrointestinal medicine
• Hepatobiliary disorders
• Digestive disease management
• Upper GI endoscopy
• Gastroscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Polypectomy
• Therapeutic endoscopyli>
• Diagnostic endoscopy
• ERCP
• Endoscopic biopsy
• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Gastrointestinal diagnostics
• Endoscopic interpretation
• Liver disease assessment
• Biliary disease management
• Gastrointestinal imaging review
• Laboratory interpretation
• Inpatient gastroenterology
• Outpatient gastroenterology
• Endoscopy patient assessment
• Procedural consent
• Post-endoscopy monitoring
• Endoscopy complication management
• Gastrointestinal oncology collaboration
• Surgical coordination
• Radiology collaboration
• Nutritional care coordination
• Multidisciplinary gastrointestinal care
• Patient counseling
• Lifestyle modification
• Disease prevention
• Clinical documentation
• Infection prevention
• Patient safety
• Clinical governance
• Clinical audit
• Quality improvement
• Endoscopy quality standards
• Medical education
• Resident mentorship
• Continuing medical education

Why Join Us

Gastroenterology remains a high-demand specialty as healthcare providers expand access to advanced endoscopy, early gastrointestinal disease detection, cancer surveillance, hepatobiliary care, and minimally invasive therapeutic procedures. This opportunity allows an experienced consultant to combine complex clinical practice with diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy within a modern multidisciplinary environment. The position offers competitive tax‑free compensation together with professional development opportunities and exposure to advanced gastrointestinal services. The role also provides scope to contribute to clinical quality, patient safety, medical education, and evolving endoscopic techniques while building a stable long‑term consultant career in specialist digestive healthcare.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East specializes in healthcare recruitment and medical career placement across the Middle East. The organization connects experienced physicians and specialist consultants with hospitals and healthcare institutions while supporting recruitment, credentialing, licensing, and placement processes throughout the region.