Gastroenterology – IBD Consultant

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 734,484 - 918,105; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Job summary

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc. seeks a skilled Gastroenterology IBD Consultant to join Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, Abu Dhabi, specializing in care for gastrointestinal conditions. This role involves diagnosing, managing, and supervising treatment, as well as mentoring junior staff within a collaborative healthcare environment.

Candidates should hold a relevant medical degree, specialty certifications, and a minimum of two years of experience post-qualification. The position offers competitive benefits, including a tax-free salary and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of post-board certified experience.
• Experience in a sub-specialty in designated regions.
• Current medical license to practice in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage patients with gastrointestinal disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments.
• Perform and supervise pediatric endoscopic procedures.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans.
• Lead inpatient ward rounds and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Gastroenterology expertise

Inflammatory Bowel Disease management

Clinical assessment skills

Multidisciplinary care coordination

Education

Basic medical degree from a recognised institution

Post‑qualification certification

IBD Specialty Certification / Fellowship

Tools

BLS/ACLS Certification

Job description

Join Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) as a Gastroenterology IBD Consultant

Why Join SSMC?

• World‑Class Facilities – Work in a cutting‑edge medical centre equipped with the latest technologies.
• Career Growth – Access professional development, research opportunities, and mentorship programmes.
• Competitive Benefits – Tax‑free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

If you’re a skilled Gastroenterology Consultant with strong experience in dealing with IBD cases, looking for a rewarding career in an advanced healthcare setting, apply today!

Summary

Provides comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions, with a strong subspecialty focus on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), multidisciplinary management, and continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient services.

Education/Qualification

1. Basic medical degree from a recognised institution
2. Post‑qualification certification
   • Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.
   • USA: American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) – Gastroenterology Certification
   • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC) – Gastroenterology
   • UK and Ireland: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT/CCST) – Gastroenterology and GMC/IMC Specialist Register
   • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) – Gastroenterology
3. Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Specialty Certification / Fellowship.
4. Female preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience post‑board/equivalent certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland (CCST), United Kingdom (CCT), Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden or Switzerland.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a sub‑specialty certified in the same regions.

License

• Current and in a good standing medical licence to practice in country of residence.
• Current BLS/ACLS Certificate.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage patients with gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, pancreatic and nutritional disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments for patients with acute and chronic GI conditions.
• Perform and supervise pediatric endoscopic procedures, including diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower GI endoscopy, as per SSMC scope of practice.
• Develop and manage individualised treatment plans, including medical, nutritional and procedural interventions.
• Lead inpatient ward rounds and outpatient clinics; review, reassess and follow up on admitted and referred patients.
• Review laboratory tests, imaging, endoscopy findings, histopathology reports and other diagnostic investigations; adjust management plans accordingly.
• Work closely with surgeons, dietitians, hepatologists, radiologists, anaesthesiologists, nurses and allied health teams to coordinate multidisciplinary care.
• Communicate clearly with patients’ families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, procedures, risks, expected outcomes and long‑term follow‑up.
• Provide nutritional guidance and coordinate enteral and parenteral nutrition plans when required.
• Support transition of care planning and safe discharge with appropriate follow‑up arrangements.
• Promote a collaborative, team‑based approach to patient care within a tertiary academic hospital environment.
• Supervise and oversee the clinical work of junior doctors, residents and fellows.
• Provide mentorship, bedside teaching and formal education sessions to trainees and nursing staff.
• Participate in peer review, utilisation review and performance management activities.
• Contribute to service development, clinical pathways and GI programmes at SSMC.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding and clinical orientation of new medical staff as needed.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in compliance with SSMC policies and DOH regulations.
• Comply with hospital policies, informed consent processes, infection control standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, patient safety reporting and incident investigations.
• Engage in research, academic activities and continuing professional development in line with SSMC expectations.