Internal Medicine Specialist (UAE National)

SEHA - Abu Dhabi Health Services Co.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Specialist Physician – Internal Medicine at SEHA in Abu Dhabi provides comprehensive care for adults with acute and chronic conditions. You will assess, diagnose, treat, follow-up, and coordinate care while prioritizing patient safety and quality.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, perform investigations, order tests, educate patients, and participate in audits and continuous improvement to uphold high clinical standards.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.
• Eligible for DOH Abu Dhabi professional license.
• Relevant Internal Medicine experience.
• Current BLS certification and other required clinical certs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adult patients with a broad range of medical conditions.
• Develop evidence-based treatment and management plans according to patients' clinical needs.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension, respiratory and cardiovascular conditions.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Prescribe medications and monitor patient response to treatment.
• Provide inpatient and/or outpatient Internal Medicine services as required by the department.
• Identify patients requiring consultation or referral to subspecialties.
• Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary discussions, and continuity-of-care planning.
• Respond to medical emergencies and clinical deterioration when needed.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, lifestyle modification, and disease prevention.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities, CME, and departmental meetings.
• Support junior physicians and other team members where applicable.
• Adhere to policies on patient safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and governance.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Decision making

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Job description

The Specialist Physician – Internal Medicine provides comprehensive medical care to adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions. The role involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and coordination of care while maintaining high standards of patient safety and clinical quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage adult patients presenting with a broad range of medical conditions.
• Develop evidence-based treatment and management plans according to patients' clinical needs.
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension, respiratory disorders, cardiovascular conditions, and other general medical conditions.
• Order and interpret appropriate laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Prescribe medications and monitor patients' response to treatment.
• Provide inpatient and/or outpatient Internal Medicine services according to departmental requirements.
• Identify patients requiring consultation or referral to relevant subspecialties.
• Participate in ward rounds, multidisciplinary discussions, and continuity-of-care planning.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and clinical deterioration.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment, medication, lifestyle modification, and disease prevention.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities, continuing medical education, and departmental meetings.
• Support junior physicians and other clinical team members where applicable.
• Adhere to organizational policies relating to patient safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and clinical governance.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MBBS, MD, or equivalent recognized medical qualification.
• Eligible for or holding the appropriate DOH Abu Dhabi professional license for the position.
• Relevant clinical experience in Internal Medicine.
• Current BLS certification and other clinical certifications as required by the hiring facility.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic communication skills are highly desirable.