Internal Medicine Specialist

We Staffed HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

We Staffed HR in Dubai seeks a Specialist Internal Medicine physician to provide comprehensive, evidence-based medical care for adult patients in a licensed hospital or multispecialty clinic. You will diagnose, manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and promote preventive health in line with DHA regulations.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, proficiency with EMR, and excellent communication across diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• Internal Medicine postgraduate qualification meeting DHA PQR
• Experience in internal medicine per DHA licensing requirements
• BLS certification; ACLS where required

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adult patients with a wide range of medical conditions
• Develop individualized, guideline-based treatment plans
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and specialist referrals
• Provide inpatient and outpatient care within the facility's scope
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and imaging
• Ensure patient safety, documentation, and continuity of care

Job description

The Specialist Internal Medicine physician is responsible for providing comprehensive, evidence-based medical care to adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions. The role involves diagnosing and managing complex medical illnesses, coordinating multidisciplinary care, promoting preventive health, and ensuring patient safety and quality of care in accordance with established clinical standards and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adult patients presenting with a wide range of medical conditions.
• Obtain detailed medical histories, perform physical examinations, and formulate appropriate differential diagnoses.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and evidence-based medical guidelines.
• Manage chronic diseases, including diabetes mellitus, hypertension, dyslipidaemia, thyroid disorders, and other metabolic conditions.
• Diagnose and treat acute medical illnesses, infections, respiratory disorders, gastrointestinal conditions, and cardiovascular risk factors within the scope of internal medicine practice.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory investigations, diagnostic imaging, electrocardiograms, and other relevant diagnostic tests.
• Recognize clinical deterioration and initiate appropriate emergency management, stabilization, and referral when required.
• Prescribe medications appropriately, monitor treatment responses, and minimize medication-related risks.
• Provide pre-operative medical assessment and optimize patients with underlying medical conditions when indicated.
• Coordinate specialist consultations and referrals for conditions requiring advanced or specialized management.
• Provide inpatient care, outpatient consultations, and follow-up services according to the facility's scope of services.

Patient Care and Communication

• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, potential risks, and preventive measures to patients and their families.
• Promote patient education, lifestyle modification, vaccination, and preventive healthcare.
• Maintain professional, respectful, and culturally sensitive communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Ensure continuity of care through appropriate follow-up, discharge planning, and communication with other healthcare professionals.
• Obtain informed consent when required and respect patient confidentiality and autonomy.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records, including clinical assessments, prescriptions, investigation results, and treatment plans.
• Comply with applicable Dubai Health Authority (DHA) requirements, UAE healthcare legislation, and facility policies.
• Follow infection prevention and control protocols, medication safety standards, and patient identification procedures.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, incident reporting, and patient safety activities.
• Ensure appropriate documentation, coding, referrals, and reporting in accordance with facility procedures and applicable regulations.

Teamwork and Professional Development

• Collaborate with nurses, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and other specialists to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, morbidity and mortality reviews, and departmental activities as required.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing medical education and ongoing clinical training.
• Participate in on-call duties and emergency coverage according to departmental requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Recognized primary medical degree, such as MBBS or an equivalent qualification.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Internal Medicine that meets the applicable DHA Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR).
• Relevant clinical experience in internal medicine, consistent with DHA licensing requirements and the employing facility's needs.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification where required by the role or facility.
• Good knowledge of evidence-based clinical guidelines, diagnostic procedures, and the management of common and complex adult medical conditions.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Key Competencies

• Strong clinical judgement and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent patient assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Good time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and clinical quality improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and accuracy of clinical assessments and diagnoses.
• Compliance with clinical protocols, DHA regulations, and facility policies.
• Patient satisfaction and quality of communication.
• Timeliness and completeness of medical documentation.
• Appropriate use of diagnostic investigations and medications.
• Effective management of chronic diseases and continuity of care.
• Compliance with infection control and patient safety standards.
• Participation in clinical audits, quality improvement, and continuing medical education.

Working Conditions

• Work within a licensed hospital, medical centre, or multispecialty clinic in Dubai.
• Provide outpatient and/or inpatient medical services according to the facility's licensed scope of practice.
• Participate in shift duties, on-call coverage, and emergency consultations as required.
• Adhere to the facility's clinical governance framework, professional code of conduct, and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.