Consultant - Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East in Dubai seeks a Consultant Gastroenterologist to lead complex GI care, including advanced endoscopy, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role emphasizes diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy (upper GI, colonoscopy, polypectomy) and ERCP where credentialed, with multidisciplinary collaboration and commitment to patient safety and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients with GI and hepatobiliary conditions
• Perform upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy
• Polypectomy and related endoscopic interventions
• Undertake ERCP where credentialed
• Coordinate treatment with multidisciplinary teams
• Educate patients about diagnosis, treatment options, and preventive measures
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and reporting

Skills

Gastroenterology

Endoscopy

Hepatobiliary disorders

Inpatient gastroenterology

Outpatient gastroenterology

ERCP

Colonoscopy

Polypectomy

Digestive disease management

Clinical documentation

Education

MD/MBBS or equivalent

Specialist training in Gastroenterology

Board Certification in Gastroenterology

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

Colonoscopy equipment

ERCP equipment

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Consultant - Gastroenterology and Endoscopy

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Medical Practice

Function: Physician

Experience: Minimum 5 years post-qualification

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview: Consultant - Gastroenterology and Endoscopy in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Medical Practice opportunity for an experienced physician specializing in gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders, diagnostic endoscopy, therapeutic endoscopy, and multidisciplinary digestive care. Allocation Assist Middle East is supporting the hiring of a Consultant Gastroenterologist to manage complex inpatient and outpatient cases, perform advanced procedures, guide evidence-based treatment, and contribute to high standards of clinical quality and patient safety.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Medical Practice

Function: Physician

Salary: 60000-85000

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 - Gastroenterology and Endoscopy will provide comprehensive specialist care for adults presenting with gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and related digestive disorders. The role combines outpatient consultation, inpatient management, diagnostic interpretation, endoscopic intervention, preventive guidance, and coordinated multidisciplinary decision-making. A significant part of the position involves endoscopy, including diagnostic and therapeutic procedures where clinically appropriate. The consultant will work with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, dietitians, nursing teams, and other specialists to develop integrated treatment plans and improve patient outcomes across complex digestive diseases.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and manage patients presenting with gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations and develop evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Provide specialist gastroenterology consultations for both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Perform upper gastrointestinal endoscopy according to clinical indications.
• Conduct colonoscopy for diagnostic, surveillance, and therapeutic purposes.
• Perform polypectomy and related endoscopic interventions when appropriate.
• Undertake ERCP where credentialed and required by the clinical service.
• Interpret endoscopic findings alongside imaging, laboratory investigations, and other diagnostic data.
• Coordinate treatment for complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders.
• Collaborate with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, dietitians, pathologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discussions for patients requiring complex or combined treatment approaches.
• Support inpatient management of acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions.
• Participate in departmental on-call coverage according to service requirements.
• Educate patients about diagnosis, treatment options, preventive measures, and lifestyle modifications.
• Provide clear explanations regarding endoscopic procedures, associated risks, and expected outcomes.
• Maintain complete and accurate consultation notes, procedure reports, and treatment records.
• Follow applicable healthcare documentation, governance, and patient safety requirements.
• Contribute to clinical audits and departmental quality improvement programs.
• Participate in patient safety initiatives and review opportunities for service improvement.
• Mentor junior physicians, residents, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Support clinical education and practical training in gastroenterology and endoscopy.
• Maintain continuing professional development and remain current with advances in digestive medicine.
• Evaluate new gastroenterology techniques and incorporate appropriate developments into clinical practice.

Ideal Profile

Candidates should hold an MD, MBBS, or equivalent recognized medical qualification together with specialist training in Gastroenterology. Board Certification in Gastroenterology is required. A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in gastroenterology and endoscopy is expected. Strong candidates should demonstrate practical competence in:

• Diagnostic gastroenterology
• Therapeutic endoscopy
• Upper GI endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Polypectomy
• Hepatobiliary disease
• Inpatient gastroenterology
• Outpatient gastroenterology
• Interpretation of diagnostic imaging and laboratory findings

Experience with ERCP is advantageous where appropriate to the consultant 's training and credentialing.

Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and be comfortable working within a multicultural and fast-paced clinical environment.

Skills Set

• Gastroenterology
• Gastrointestinal medicine
• Hepatobiliary disorders
• Diagnostic endoscopy
• Therapeutic endoscopy
• Upper GI endoscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Polypectomy
• ERCP
• Digestive disease management
• Inpatient gastroenterology
• Outpatient gastroenterology
• Endoscopic interpretation
• Imaging interpretation
• Laboratory interpretation
• Evidence-based treatment
• Multidisciplinary care
• Patient consultation
• Clinical documentation
• Procedure reporting
• Patient education
• Preventive gastroenterology
• Clinical audit
• Quality improvement
• Patient safety
• Medical education
• Resident supervision
• Physician mentoring
• Continuing medical education

Why Join Us

This opportunity is suitable for an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist seeking a senior clinical role with a broad mix of consultation, procedural work, multidisciplinary care, and professional development.

The position offers the chance to manage diverse digestive diseases while maintaining a strong procedural focus in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.

Demand for experienced gastroenterologists remains strong across advanced healthcare systems because of the growing need for digestive disease management, cancer screening, hepatobiliary care, and minimally invasive endoscopic treatment.

The role provides a strong platform for continued clinical development while contributing to high-quality specialist services.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East connects experienced physicians with consultant and specialist opportunities across leading healthcare organizations in the Middle East. The company supports hospitals and medical groups seeking internationally trained doctors for high-demand clinical specialties, including gastroenterology, advanced endoscopy, and multidisciplinary digestive care.