Specialist Gastroenterologist

About this role

We're Hiring | Specialist Gastroenterologist

📍 Location: Abu Dhabi

💼 Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Specialist Gastroenterologist to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE .

The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in gastrointestinal disorders, digestive health, hepatology, and diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy . This is an excellent opportunity for experienced specialists seeking career growth, a competitive salary, and a rewarding professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, and pancreatic disorders .
• Evaluate and treat GERD, peptic ulcer disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) .
• Perform upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy within authorized clinical privileges.
• Conduct endoscopic biopsies, polypectomy, and therapeutic endoscopic procedures , where appropriately trained and credentialed.
• Diagnose and manage liver diseases, hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and gastrointestinal infections .
• Evaluate patients presenting with abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, dysphagia, and chronic digestive symptoms .
• Interpret diagnostic investigations, including liver function tests, stool studies, abdominal ultrasound, CT scans, and endoscopic findings .
• Develop individualized treatment plans and provide long-term management for chronic gastrointestinal conditions.
• Manage gastrointestinal emergencies , including acute GI bleeding, in coordination with emergency and critical care teams.
• Collaborate with general surgeons, hepatologists, radiologists, pathologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals .
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, endoscopy safety protocols, infection control, and patient safety standards .

Requirements

• Qualification
• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Internal Medicine , followed by appropriate specialization or subspecialty training in Gastroenterology .
• Board certification or equivalent recognized specialist-level qualification.
• American Board, UK, Canadian, Australian, European, or other internationally recognized qualifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant post-specialization experience preferred, subject to applicable licensing requirements.
• Strong expertise in gastrointestinal disease management, diagnostic endoscopy, colonoscopy, and hepatology .
• Experience in therapeutic endoscopy, ERCP, or endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is an added advantage.
• Eligible for DOH Specialist Gastroenterology classification/license in Abu Dhabi, subject to applicable UAE PQR requirements and clinical privileges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and attractive employment benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi.
• Modern endoscopy suites and advanced gastrointestinal diagnostic technologies.
• Medical insurance and annual leave, subject to applicable employment terms.
• Excellent career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates.