JOB TITLE: Specialist Gastroenterologist - UAE
LOCATION: UAE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group
About The Role
A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its gastroenterology and digestive health services and is seeking a highly skilled
Specialist Gastroenterologist to join its growing clinical team. This role is designed for internationally trained gastroenterologists seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the opportunity to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population. This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who combine advanced gastroenterology expertise with patient-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to international healthcare standards.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary clinical environment alongside surgeons, hepatologists, oncologists, radiologists, dietitians, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals, supported by advanced diagnostic facilities, endoscopy services, and modern treatment infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of gastrointestinal and digestive disorders including inflammatory bowel disease, acid reflux, liver-related conditions, gastrointestinal infections, and functional bowel disorders
- Perform and interpret gastroenterology procedures such as upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy, and other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures within the approved scope of practice
- Manage patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions through evidence-based treatment plans, medication management, and long-term follow-up
- Evaluate and manage hepatobiliary disorders, nutritional concerns, and gastrointestinal complications in collaboration with relevant specialties
- Collaborate with colorectal surgery, oncology, radiology, pathology, nutrition, and other multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Provide patient counselling regarding diagnosis, treatment options, lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and disease management
- Maintain compliance with clinical documentation, infection prevention, patient safety standards, quality improvement initiatives, and international healthcare guidelines
Requirements
Applications are welcome from internationally trained
Specialist Gastroenterologist candidates holding recognized qualifications such as:
- American Board of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology
- UK CCT / MRCP with Gastroenterology Training
- European Board / National Specialist Certification in Gastroenterology
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Australian FRACP
- Arab Board
- MD / DNB / DM / FCPS or equivalent recognized specialist qualification
Applications are welcome from candidates across the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.
Benefits
- Highly competitive tax-free salary package
- Performance-based incentives where applicable
- Housing allowance or premium accommodation support
- Comprehensive medical insurance
- Annual return flight tickets
- Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
- Continuing medical education support
- Visa and onboarding assistance
LICENSING & RELOCATION SUPPORT
- Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance
- DataFlow and credential verification support
- Visa and regulatory processing assistance
- Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable
- Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice
IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety
- Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations
- Interest in long-term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting
How To Apply
Interested candidates may apply with an updated CV and details of current licensing status / eligibility. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
