Dubai Geriatric Psychiatry Consultant - Arabic Proficiency

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Multidisciplinary clinical environment

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant in Geriatric Psychiatry based in Dubai, UAE. The role focuses on comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for older adults, including dementia-related care, with mandatory Arabic proficiency.

The candidate should hold MBBS/MD or equivalent, have a Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry, and possess a UAE license or eligibility for Consultant-level licensing. On-site clinical work and multidisciplinary collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree.
• Board Certification or recognized Specialist qualification in Psychiatry.
• Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry is required.
• Relevant experience as a Consultant or Specialist Psychiatrist, preferably with significant exposure to geriatric mental health.
• Arabic language proficiency is mandatory.
• Appropriate UAE professional license or eligibility for Consultant-level licensing in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for adult and geriatric patients.
• Manage complex psychiatric and behavioral conditions affecting older adults.
• Assess and treat behavioral and psychological symptoms associated with dementia.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and clinical risk assessments.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Provide psychiatric consultation to other medical specialties regarding behavioral and mental health concerns.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and prognosis.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, education, and other departmental activities.

Skills

Arabic language proficiency

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Job description

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant in Geriatric Psychiatry based in Dubai, UAE. The role focuses on comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for older adults, including dementia-related care, with mandatory Arabic proficiency.

The candidate should hold MBBS/MD or equivalent, have a Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry, and possess a UAE license or eligibility for Consultant-level licensing. On-site clinical work and multidisciplinary collaboration are essential.