Senior Specialist / Consultant - Infectious Disease-Government Facility UAE

SearchPlus HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary package

Accommodation allowance

Medical insurance

Annual air ticket

Paid annual leave

Family benefits

Job summary

UAE Government Healthcare Facility seeks a Senior Specialist/Consultant in Infectious Disease to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide spectrum of infections within a reputed government hospital in the UAE.

The role emphasizes antimicrobial stewardship, infection prevention, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and hospital-wide quality. UAE residency and board-certified candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• Recognized medical degree with postgraduate specialization in Infectious Disease.
• Experience at Senior Specialist or Consultant level in infectious diseases.
• UK CCT, Western qualifications, American Board, Australian Board, or German Board certifications encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of infectious diseases, including complex and emerging infections.
• Evaluate patients, interpret investigations, and develop treatment plans.
• Manage antimicrobial therapy and promote antimicrobial stewardship.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex cases and infection prevention initiatives.
• Support hospital infection control protocols and contribute to outbreak investigation and management.
• Provide clinical guidance and education to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with clinical standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, and departmental activities.

Skills

Infectious disease expertise

Antimicrobial stewardship

Infection control

Clinical teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Infectious Disease

Job description

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Specialist / Consultant in Infectious Disease to join a reputed government healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing infectious diseases while ensuring high standards of patient care, infection prevention, and clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of infectious diseases, including complex and emerging infections.
• Evaluate patients, interpret diagnostic investigations, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Manage antimicrobial therapy and promote responsible antimicrobial stewardship.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex cases and infection prevention initiatives.
• Support hospital infection control protocols and contribute to outbreak investigation and management.
• Provide clinical guidance and education to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with established clinical standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental activities

• Recognized medical degree with relevant postgraduate qualifications in Infectious Disease or an appropriate related specialty.
• Relevant clinical experience at Senior Specialist or Consultant level.
• Strong expertise in infectious disease diagnosis, treatment, and management.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, and hospital infection control practices.
• Excellent communication, clinical decision-making, and teamwork skills.
• Candidates with UK CCT, Western qualifications, American Board, Australian Board, or German Board certifications are encouraged to apply.

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Accommodation or housing allowance, depending on the employment package.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Annual air ticket, subject to employer policy.
• Paid annual leave and other applicable employment benefits.
• Family benefits, subject to the employment package.
• Opportunity to work with a reputed government healthcare provider in the UAE.
• Professional development and exposure to complex clinical cases.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary working environment and long-term career growth opportunities.