Consultant Family Medicine

Description

We're hiring | Consultant Family Medicine – Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location: Abu Dhabi

Employment type: Full-time

We are seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Consultant Family Medicine Physician to join a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive, patient-centered primary care services, focusing on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of acute and chronic medical conditions across all age groups.

Key responsibilities

Provide comprehensive family medicine and primary healthcare services for individuals and families.

Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions using evidence-based clinical practices.

Conduct preventive health assessments, wellness screenings, and routine medical examinations.

Manage chronic diseases including:

Diabetes mellitus

Hypertension

Cardiovascular diseases

Asthma and respiratory conditions

Thyroid disorders

Metabolic and lifestyle-related conditions

Provide health education, preventive counseling, vaccinations, and lifestyle modification guidance.

Deliver holistic care including women’s health, men’s health, adolescent care, and geriatric care.

Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate referrals to specialists when required.

Maintain accurate medical documentation in accordance with DOH standards and healthcare regulations.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.

Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, CME activities, and departmental meetings.

Support teaching, mentoring, and development of junior medical staff where applicable.

Requirements

Qualifications & requirements

MBBS/MD or equivalent medical qualification.

Board certification, fellowship, or recognized postgraduate qualification in Family Medicine.

Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience at consultant level.

Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health (DOH) – Abu Dhabi consultant license.

Strong clinical expertise in primary care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management.

Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based, patient-focused healthcare.

Preferred candidate profile

Western-trained or internationally recognized Family Medicine qualification preferred.

Experience working in internationally accredited hospitals, clinics, or primary healthcare centers.

UAE or GCC experience is an advantage but not mandatory.

Strong focus on preventive care, patient experience, and continuity of care.

Benefits

Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

Medical insurance.

Annual paid leave and benefits as per UAE Labour Law and company policy.

Professional development and Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.

Licensing assistance will be provided to eligible candidates.

Opportunity to work in a modern healthcare environment with a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.