Senior Inpatient Psychiatrist – Adults & Addictions

MedPro Staffing Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

MedPro Staffing Middle East is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for inpatient care of adults and addictions in Abu Dhabi. The role requires evidence-based, patient-centered care aligned with international guidelines, and close collaboration with families and psychologists.

Responsibilities include evaluating emotional and mental states, developing therapy plans, prescribing medications, and coordinating with the care team. Arabic fluency and DOH eligibility are essential.

Qualifications

• MD degree or equivalent from an accredited medical school.
• 3+ years of specialty training in psychiatry residency.
• 5+ years post-qualification experience at consultant level.
• DOH license or eligibility.
• Fluent in oral and written Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Review patients' medical history and collect additional information from family members and psychologists as needed
• Evaluate patients' emotional, behavioural and mental state through discussion, observation and analysis
• Identify mental disorders and determine best treatments
• Develop therapy plans
• Prescribe medications
• Analyse medical tests and track patients' progress
• Coordinate with healthcare professionals when hospitalisation is required
• Advise patients on how to cope with mental diseases and emotional breakdowns
• Support patients' loved ones and inform them about the patient's condition
• Research medical issues and new medical treatments to update your knowledge on mental healthcare.

Skills

Arabic fluency

Education

MD degree or equivalent

3+ years psychiatry residency training

5+ years consultant-level experience

DOH license or eligibility

Job description

MedPro Staffing Middle East is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist for inpatient care of adults and addictions in Abu Dhabi. The role requires evidence-based, patient-centered care aligned with international guidelines, and close collaboration with families and psychologists.

Responsibilities include evaluating emotional and mental states, developing therapy plans, prescribing medications, and coordinating with the care team. Arabic fluency and DOH eligibility are essential.