Consultant Vascular Neurologist

Stafmed; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free package

Job summary

Stafmed is seeking a highly experienced Consultant Vascular Neurologist for a full-time position at a leading hospital in the UAE.

You will diagnose, treat, and manage cerebrovascular diseases including acute stroke, TIA, and complex vascular neurological conditions. The role requires leadership in stroke care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and ongoing education to advance stroke services.

Qualifications

• Board-certified neurologist with subspecialty in vascular neurology and stroke medicine.
• 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience in neurology, with cerebrovascular disease focus.
• Eligible for Consultant-level licensing with DHA/DOH/MOHAP.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neurological assessment and management of cerebrovascular disorders.
• Manage acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes and TIAs.
• Coordinate stroke care with emergency medicine, neuroradiology, neurosurgery and rehab teams.
• Interpret neuroimaging and support clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to stroke audits, governance, and education.

Skills

Vascular Neurology

Stroke Medicine

TIA Assessment

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Clinical Decision-Making

Patient-Centred Care

Education

Neurology Board Certification

Tier 1 Qualification (ABMS/RCPSC/UK etc.)

DHA/DOH/MOHAP licensing eligibility

Job description

Stafmed is currently recruiting a highly experienced Consultant Vascular Neurologist for an exciting full-time position with a leading hospital in the UAE.

About the Role

We are seeking a distinguished Consultant Vascular Neurologist with extensive expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cerebrovascular diseases, including acute stroke, transient ischemic attacks (TIA), and complex vascular neurological conditions.

The successful candidate will provide advanced, evidence-based neurological care, contribute to acute stroke management, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and support comprehensive stroke services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive neurological assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with cerebrovascular disorders.
• Evaluate and manage acute ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, transient ischemic attacks, and other vascular neurological conditions.
• Participate in acute stroke assessment and treatment, including time-sensitive reperfusion therapies where appropriately trained and credentialed.
• Develop individualised treatment plans for patients with complex cerebrovascular conditions.
• Coordinate stroke care with emergency medicine, neuroradiology, neurosurgery, and rehabilitation teams.
• Interpret and utilise relevant neuroimaging and diagnostic investigations to support clinical decision-making.
• Provide secondary stroke prevention, risk-factor management, and long-term follow-up.
• Support stroke rehabilitation planning and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and adhere to evidence-based clinical guidelines.
• Participate in clinical governance, stroke audits, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives.
• Contribute to medical education, multidisciplinary training, and stroke service development.

Qualifications

• Board certification or a recognised specialist qualification in Neurology, with relevant expertise or subspecialty training in Vascular Neurology and Stroke Medicine.
• Recognised Tier 1 qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, or an equivalent recognised qualification, where applicable.
• Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience in Neurology, with substantial experience in cerebrovascular disease and stroke management.
• Strong clinical experience in acute stroke assessment, stroke prevention, and management of complex neurological conditions.
• Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, as applicable.

Required Skills

• Vascular Neurology and Stroke Medicine
• Acute Ischemic and Hemorrhagic Stroke Management
• Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) Assessment
• Acute Stroke Pathways and Reperfusion Therapy
• Cerebrovascular Diagnostics and Neuroimaging
• Secondary Stroke Prevention and Risk-factor Management
• Clinical Decision-Making and Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Patient-Centred Care and Clinical Quality Improvement

Compensation

An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on qualifications, clinical expertise, and experience.