In the UAE the employer usually arranges the work visa (country practice; the posting doesn’t say).
Check the posting for nationality or residence rules.
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In these Gulf countries the employer normally applies for the work visa and residence permit. This is how hiring works there, not an offer written in the posting, and it applies only to these locations.
Possible country route: Employer-sponsored work residence / Golden Visa. Standard employment residence is applied for by the employer. Golden Visa is a separate long-term route with category-specific eligibility; it is not included in every relocation offer.
Depends on the emirate, entry permit, work permit, medical checks and residence issuance. Confirm a dated plan with the employer and issuing authority.
What to check before applying
Confirm the employment route. Ask which authority handles the work permit and residence.
Verify costs and offer. For standard overseas hiring, official guidance assigns recruitment and residence processing costs to the employer.
Complete arrival formalities. Follow the medical and Emirates ID instructions for your route.
Reviewed 2026-10-14. Country routes are context, not a confirmation that this vacancy or your passport qualifies.
Description (EN)
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence: Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating all patients within the post holder's specialty.
Patient Care: Conduct patient examinations, take detailed medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications and therapies, and develop comprehensive treatment plans. This includes leading ward rounds and managing both inpatient and outpatient cases.
Supervision and Training: Oversee the clinical activities of junior medical staff (specialists, GP’s and Residents), and actively participate in their instruction, guidance, and supervision.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Liaise with other medical specialties and support services and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure holistic patient care.
On-Call Coverage: Participate in and ensure the provision of out-of-hours (on-call) coverage on a rotational basis, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Documentation and Compliance: Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion. Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and patient safety standards.
Quality Improvement: Participate in clinical audits, performance management systems (including peer review), and proactive risk management to foster continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
Communication: Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, ensuring informed consent is obtained for procedures.
SEHA Compliance:
Complying consistently with facility policies, procedures and practices and ensuring alignment with SEHA facilities policies.
Completing and maintaining regulatory requirements including: licensure and certification and other mandatory training within established time frame
Qualifications and Requirements
Education: An MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized medical school, followed by the successful completion of a structured specialty training program (e.g., North American/European Board Certification, Fellowship of a Royal College, or equivalent qualification from a DOH-approved 'Tier 1' or 'Tier 2' country). A postgraduate qualification such as MD, MS, or DNB is generally required.
Experience: A minimum of 3-7 years of post-specialty clinical experience, depending on the qualification and tier level, in a recognized multidisciplinary setting. Experience gaps of more than two years require specific DOH approval or a return-to-practice program.
Licensing: Eligibility of or a valid DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi) license to practice in Abu Dhabi is a mandatory legal requirement. The process involves:
Primary Source Verification (PSV): Mandatory verification of all educational and professional documents through the Data Flow Group.
DOH Exam: Successful completion of the DOH license exam unless exempted based on Tier 1 qualifications/experience.
Good Standing Certificate: A valid certificate from the current/previous licensing authority.
Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous medical education (CME/CPD).
Language: Fluency in English and Arabic is required, and competence in other languages is often a distinct asset.
Never pay a recruiter for a job offer or a visa promise. Check the original posting and employer identity before sharing documents. Pay any legitimate government visa fees only through official channels. Never pay for a job: the law in the UAE
Country norm: the employer usually arranges the visa; the posting doesn’t say so.
In the UAE, the employer usually arranges the work visa and residence permit. This is a country norm, not an offer stated in the posting, and applies only to these Gulf locations. Check the posting for nationality or residence requirements.