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JOB TITLE: Consultant General Surgeon - UAE
LOCATION: UAE
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time
SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group
ABOUT THE ROLE
A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in UAE is expanding its general, laparoscopic and
emergency surgical services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant General Surgeon to join its growing clinical
team. The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure,
and the ability to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international
patient population. This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can combine advanced clinical expertise with
patient-centred communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and commitment to international healthcare standards.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The successful candidate will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment supported by
experienced consultants, nurses, allied health professionals and modern diagnostic and treatment infrastructure.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assess and manage elective and emergency general surgery patients.
- Perform open and laparoscopic procedures according to specialty scope and facility privileges.
- Provide perioperative care, complication management, ward rounds and outpatient follow-up.
- Collaborate with anaesthesia, ICU, radiology, gastroenterology, oncology and emergency teams.
- Contribute to surgical pathways, theatre efficiency, infection prevention and patient safety programs.
- Maintain accurate consent, operative notes, discharge summaries and clinical documentation.
Requirements
Applications are welcome from internationally trained consultant general surgeon candidates holding recognised qualifications such as:
- American Board of Surgery
- UK CCT / FRCS General Surgery
- European Board / national specialist certification
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Australian FRACS
- Arab Board
- MS / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Applications are welcome from candidates across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, 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.
Requirements
- โขInternationally trained consultant general surgeon
- โขRecognised qualifications (e.g., American Board of Surgery, UK CCT/FRCS, European Board, Royal College Certification, Australian FRACS, Arab Board, MS/DNB/FCPS)
- โขEligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing
- โขStrong clinical judgement and commitment to evidence-based practice
Nice to Have
- โขAdvanced clinical expertise
- โขPatient-centred communication
- โขMultidisciplinary teamwork
- โขCommitment to international healthcare standards
Responsibilities
- โขAssess and manage elective and emergency general surgery patients
- โขPerform open and laparoscopic procedures
- โขProvide perioperative care, complication management, ward rounds, and outpatient follow-up
- โขCollaborate with anaesthesia, ICU, radiology, gastroenterology, oncology, and emergency teams
- โขContribute to surgical pathways, theatre efficiency, infection prevention, and patient safety programs
- โขMaintain accurate consent, operative notes, discharge summaries, and clinical documentation
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