A Consultant Acute Medicine Physician is needed in Dubai, UAE, to lead the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). This role involves expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of adult patients with acute medical conditions, rapid clinical decision-making, and stabilization of critically ill patients. The physician will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.
Key requirements include a medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) and a recognized specialist qualification in acute medicine (American Board Certification or UK CCT). At least 5 years of post-specialisation clinical experience is preferred, with expertise in acute internal medicine, emergency assessment, and AMU leadership. Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills are essential.
Competitive tax-free salary package, Medical insurance for physician and eligible dependents, Annual paid leave, Annual air ticket allowance, DHA/DOH/MOH licensing support, Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance, End-of-service benefits, Performance-based incentives, Relocation assistance (if applicable).
Requirements
Requires a medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) and a recognized specialist qualification in acute medicine (e.g., American Board Certification, UK CCT). A minimum of 5 years of post-specialisation clinical experience is preferred, along with expertise in acute internal medicine, emergency assessment, and leadership of an Acute Medical Unit.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Healthcare
Company Industry
Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Services
Job description
We are seeking an experienced consultant acute medicine physician with Western qualifications or American Board Certification to provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of adult patients presenting with acute medical conditions. The successful candidate will lead the Acute Medical Unit (AMU), deliver rapid clinical decision-making, stabilize critically ill patients, and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from a recognised medical institution.
Recognised specialist qualification in acute medicine, including:
American Board Certification in Internal Medicine (with relevant Acute/Internal Medicine experience)
UK CCT in Acute Internal Medicine or other recognised Western qualification
Minimum 5 years of post-specialisation clinical experience preferred.
Expertise in:
Acute Internal Medicine
Emergency assessment and stabilisation of critically ill adults
Management of complex acute medical conditions
Sepsis and medical emergencies
Cardiorespiratory and metabolic disorders
Acute Medical Unit (AMU) leadership
Multidisciplinary patient management and discharge planning
Experience supervising junior physicians and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills.
Benefits
Competitive tax-free salary package
Medical insurance for physician and eligible dependents
Annual paid leave
Annual air ticket allowance
DHA/DOH/MOH licensing support
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance
End-of-service benefits
Performance-based incentives
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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