The posting
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Infectious Disease Specialist / Consultant to join a prestigious government healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of infectious diseases while ensuring high standards of patient care, infection prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage complex bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
- Evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic infectious diseases.
- Manage infections in immunocompromised patients.
- Provide expertise in antimicrobial therapy and antibiotic stewardship.
- Support infection prevention and control initiatives within the facility.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex clinical cases.
- Provide consultations for hospital-acquired and healthcare-associated infections.
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with clinical guidelines.
- Participate in clinical audits, research, and continuous professional development.
Requirements
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Infectious Disease or equivalent specialty training.
- Relevant specialist or consultant-level clinical experience.
- Strong expertise in managing complex infectious disease cases.
- Experience in a reputable hospital or tertiary healthcare facility.
- Excellent clinical, communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Eligibility for the relevant UAE healthcare authority's specialist/consultant classification, subject to authority assessment.
Preferred Qualifications: UK CCT, Western Qualified, American Board, Australian Board, and German Board qualifications are highly preferred.
Benefits
- Attractive tax-free salary package.
- Family accommodation or housing allowance.
- Annual air tickets.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Paid annual leave and other employment benefits.
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious government healthcare facility.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.



