Consultant Pain Medicine

Astra ProMed; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Licensing assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Astra ProMed in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Consultant Pain Medicine Physician to join our leading healthcare facility. The role offers a challenging environment with opportunities for growth and collaboration across specialties.

The ideal candidate will hold MBBS/MD, postgraduate Pain Medicine training, board certification, and 5–10 years of post-specialization experience, with expertise in interventional procedures and multidisciplinary care. This is a full-time position in Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree.
• Postgraduate qualification in Anesthesiology, PM&R, or related field with advanced Pain Medicine training.
• Board certification or equivalent consultant-level qualification.
• Fellowship in Pain Medicine/Interventional Pain Management is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, neuropathic, musculoskeletal, and cancer-related pain.
• Perform image-guided pain interventions and nerve blocks within privileges.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, neurologists, orthopedics, and rehab teams.
• Educate patients on pain management strategies and lifestyle changes.
• Monitor outcomes, manage complications, and provide long-term follow-up.
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, safety standards, and governance.
• Interpret MRI, CT, ultrasound results relevant to pain management.
• Advise on advanced therapies such as neuromodulation where trained.

Skills

Interventional pain procedures

Chronic pain management

Multidisciplinary care

MRI/CT interpretation

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Postgraduate Pain Medicine training

Board certification

Job description

We're Hiring | Consultant Pain Medicine

Location: Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Pain Medicine Physician to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in chronic and acute pain management, interventional pain procedures, and multidisciplinary pain care. This is an excellent opportunity for internationally trained consultants seeking career growth, a competitive salary, and a rewarding professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage acute, chronic, neuropathic, musculoskeletal, and cancer-related pain conditions
• Conduct comprehensive pain assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Perform image-guided pain interventions, nerve blocks, epidural injections, and radiofrequency ablation, within authorized clinical privileges
• Manage patients with spinal pain, radiculopathy, complex regional pain syndrome, and chronic joint pain
• Provide pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management using evidence-based approaches
• Evaluate patients for advanced pain therapies, including spinal cord stimulation and other neuromodulation techniques, where appropriately trained
• Interpret relevant diagnostic investigations, including MRI, CT scans, ultrasound, and other pain-related assessments
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, neurologists, orthopedic specialists, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation teams
• Monitor treatment outcomes, manage complications, and provide long-term patient follow-up
• Educate patients regarding pain management strategies, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, procedural safety standards, controlled medication policies, and clinical governance requirements

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in an appropriate primary specialty, such as Anesthesiology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, or another accepted specialty, with advanced training in Pain Medicine
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant-level qualification
• Fellowship or recognized subspecialty training in Pain Medicine / Interventional Pain Management is highly desirable
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant post-specialization experience preferred
• Strong expertise in interventional pain procedures, chronic pain management, and multidisciplinary pain care
• Eligible for the appropriate DOH Consultant classification/license in Abu Dhabi, with relevant Pain Medicine privileges, subject to applicable UAE PQR requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and attractive employment benefits
• Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi
• Modern pain management facilities and advanced interventional technologies
• Medical insurance and annual leave, subject to applicable employment terms
• Excellent career growth and professional development opportunities
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates