Consultant Psychiatrist - Dubai: On-Site Lead Clinician

Medconsulthq; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MedConsulthq is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in an on-site Dubai setting. You will manage a diverse caseload, develop evidence-based plans, and deliver pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will engage in clinical case discussions and support quality improvement while supervising junior staff and maintaining regulatory-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Medicine and Psychiatry, with demonstrable expertise in comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment.
• Advanced skills in Psychiatric Care and Mental Health management, including crisis intervention, risk assessment, and long-term treatment planning.
• Specific experience in Adolescent Psychiatry and related subspecialties, with the ability to address complex developmental and family dynamics.
• Recognized medical degree and specialist qualification in Psychiatry (e.g., board certification or equivalent), eligible for licensing with DHA or DOH.
• Prior experience in hospital or specialist clinic settings, ideally in the UAE or GCC region, with familiarity with regional regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to non-discriminatory, patient-centered care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and to mentor junior clinicians and allied health professionals.
• Proficiency in maintaining detailed clinical records and using electronic medical record systems; additional language skills beyond English are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• The Consultant Psychiatrist will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment to patients in an on-site clinical setting in Dubai.
• Responsibilities include managing a caseload of individuals with diverse mental health conditions, developing evidence-based treatment plans, and delivering pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions.
• The role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, participation in clinical case discussions, and contribution to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.
• The Consultant Psychiatrist will also supervise junior medical staff, support continuous professional development activities, and maintain accurate, timely medical documentation in line with regulatory standards.
• This is a full-time, on-site position requiring active engagement with patients, colleagues, and hospital leadership to ensure high-quality, ethical psychiatric care.

Skills

Psychiatric assessment

Crisis intervention

Long-term treatment planning

Adolescent psychiatry

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical supervision

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

EMR documentation

Education

Medical degree (MD/MBBS)

Specialist Psychiatry qualification

DHA/DOH licensing eligibility

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

MedConsulthq is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in an on-site Dubai setting. You will manage a diverse caseload, develop evidence-based plans, and deliver pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will engage in clinical case discussions and support quality improvement while supervising junior staff and maintaining regulatory-compliant documentation.