Consultant Infectious Disease - Leading Healthcare Group- Western Qualified
Role overview
A leading healthcare group in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain is seeking an experienced Consultant Infectious Disease Specialist to join its medical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing specialist consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with infectious diseases and complex infections.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consultant-level assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with infectious diseases.
- Manage a broad range of infectious conditions, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
- Evaluate and manage complex and recurrent infections.
- Provide specialist advice on antimicrobial therapy and appropriate infection management.
- Support the diagnosis and management of hospital-acquired and healthcare-associated infections.
- Work closely with microbiology, internal medicine, intensive care, surgery, and other relevant specialties.
- Provide consultation for patients with complex or immunocompromised conditions where infectious disease expertise is required.
- Participate in infection prevention and control activities and antimicrobial stewardship programmes.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with healthcare facility and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical governance, quality improvement, and teaching activities.
- Provide education and guidance to patients, families, and healthcare professionals when required.
Requirements
Medical degree from a recognized medical institution. Recognised postgraduate qualification in Infectious Diseases / Infectious Disease Medicine or an equivalent specialty qualification. Consultant-level clinical experience in Infectious Diseases. Candidates with Western qualifications or internationally recognised board certification are preferred. Strong clinical, diagnostic, and communication skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Commitment to high standards of patient care, clinical governance, and patient safety.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary.
- Performance-based incentives, where applicable.
- Annual leave and public holidays.
- Annual airfare/ticket allowance, depending on employer.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Visa and relocation assistance, where applicable.
- Professional licensing and credentialing support.
- Continuing professional development opportunities.
- Modern pediatric facilities and advanced clinical infrastructure.
- Opportunity to work with an experienced multidisciplinary pediatric team.
