Family Medicine Consultant/Specialist

Role Summary

A well-established healthcare network in Dubai is looking for a qualified Family Medicine doctor to strengthen its primary care services. The role sits within a multidisciplinary outpatient environment and is centered on delivering thoughtful, patient-focused care to a broad and varied patient population.

This position is suited to a physician who wants to practice broad-based family medicine in a modern clinical setting, with access to advanced diagnostics and timely specialist referrals.

Job Details

• Position: Family Medicine Physician
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Setting: Multispecialty hospital outpatient department
• Minimum experience: 3+ years after specialist or board certification
• Practice model: Outpatient primary care with integrated diagnostic and specialist referral support

Core Duties

• Deliver broad primary care services for patients of all ages, with an emphasis on continuity and long-term care.
• Assess patients through detailed history-taking, examinations, and diagnostic workups, then diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
• Oversee ongoing management of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disorders, thyroid conditions, and metabolic problems using evidence-based practice.
• Provide preventive care through routine screening, immunisation, health promotion, and early detection efforts.
• Create personalised treatment plans and follow up regularly to track outcomes and adjust care where needed.
• Counsel patients on prevention, nutrition, lifestyle improvement, and general health maintenance.
• Arrange referrals to specialists and other allied health professionals, and ensure continuity after referral.
• Keep accurate electronic records and clinical documentation in line with organisational and regulatory expectations.
• Take part in governance, quality improvement, and patient safety activities.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated patient care.
• Adhere to UAE healthcare regulations, ethical standards, and hospital policies at all times.

Qualifications

Applications are open to physicians with a recognised specialist qualification, including one or more of the following:

• American Board of Family Medicine
• UK CCT / MRCGP
• European Board Certification
• Royal College Certification (Canada)
• Australian Fellowship (FRACGP / FACRRM)
• Arab Board
• MD, DNB, FNB, DrNB, DM, FCPS, or an equivalent recognised specialist credential

Licensing Support

Candidates should be eligible for DHA, DOH, or MOH licensing guidance. Support is provided for the licensing journey.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive tax-free physician pay package
• Incentives linked to performance
• Housing allowance or accommodation assistance
• Family medical insurance coverage
• Annual return air tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice protection
• Support for continuing medical education

Relocation and Onboarding Support

• Guided assistance for DHA, DOH, or MOH license conversion
• DataFlow and credential verification support
• Visa processing support
• Relocation help for the physician and family
• Structured onboarding to ensure a smooth move into UAE practice