Consultant Rheumatologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Modern diagnostic technologies

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative multidisciplinary team

Career growth in Dubai

Job summary

Astra ProMed in Dubai seeks a Consultant Rheumatologist to diagnose, treat and manage rheumatic and autoimmune disorders with evidence-based, patient-centered care. You will join a specialized team in a leading healthcare facility.

The role requires developing treatment plans, prescribing DMARDs/biologics, performing joint procedures, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring DHA compliance and high safety standards. DHA licensed physicians with UAE PQR readiness are preferred.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
• Postgraduate specialization in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.
• Board certification or fellowship in Rheumatology.
• Valid DHA License or Eligibility Letter.
• UAE PQR requirements for Consultant title.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage rheumatological conditions including RA, SLE, gout, vasculitis and other autoimmune disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and interpret laboratory and imaging investigations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for acute and chronic rheumatologic conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor DMARDs, biologic therapies, and immunosuppressive medications.
• Perform joint aspirations, intra-articular injections and related procedures.
• Monitor disease progression and treatment effectiveness; manage complications.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, nephrologists, dermatologists and other specialists.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and lifestyle modifications.
• Manage complex autoimmune and inflammatory disorders using evidence-based practices.
• Ensure DHA regulations, clinical guidelines and patient safety standards are followed.
• Maintain accurate medical records and participate in audits and research.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MBBS/MBChB

Internal Medicine & Rheumatology

Rheumatology fellowship

DHA license

UAE PQR compliance

Job description

We're Hiring | Consultant Rheumatologist

Location: Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

A leading healthcare facility in Dubai is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Rheumatologist to join its specialized medical team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of rheumatic, autoimmune, and musculoskeletal disorders while delivering high-quality, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Diagnose and manage rheumatological conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, gout, vasculitis, and other autoimmune disorders.
2. Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and interpret relevant laboratory and imaging investigations.
3. Develop individualized treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic rheumatological conditions.
4. Prescribe and monitor disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologic therapies, and immunosuppressive medications.
5. Perform joint aspirations, intra-articular injections, and other rheumatology-related procedures when indicated.
6. Monitor disease progression, treatment effectiveness, and medication-related complications.
7. Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, nephrologists, dermatologists, and other specialists for multidisciplinary patient care.
8. Educate patients and families regarding disease management, lifestyle modifications, and long-term treatment.
9. Manage complex autoimmune and inflammatory disorders using evidence-based clinical practices.
10. Ensure compliance with DHA regulations, clinical guidelines, and patient safety standards.
11. Maintain accurate medical records and participate in clinical audits, research, and continuous professional development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MBBS/MBChB or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
• Recognized postgraduate specialization in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology, or an equivalent approved training pathway.
• Board certification, fellowship, or equivalent recognized qualification in Rheumatology.
• Valid DHA License or Eligibility Letter, or eligibility to obtain one.
• Relevant post-specialization clinical experience meeting UAE PQR requirements for the Consultant title.
• Strong expertise in autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

• Competitive, tax-free salary package.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and employment benefits.
• Access to modern healthcare facilities and advanced diagnostic technologies.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary working environment.
• Long-term career growth opportunities in Dubai.