Specialist / Consultant General Surgeon UKCCT- Relocate to UAE

About this role

Job Summary

We are seeking qualified and experienced Specialist / Consultant General Surgeons to join leading healthcare facilities across the UAE. The successful candidates will be responsible for diagnosing and managing a wide range of surgical conditions, performing elective and emergency surgical procedures, and providing comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care in accordance with international clinical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, evaluate and manage a broad range of general surgical conditions affecting the abdomen, gastrointestinal tract, breast, skin and soft tissues.
• Perform elective and emergency surgical procedures, including appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair and other common general surgical interventions.
• Perform open, laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgical procedures within the scope of clinical expertise.
• Manage acute surgical presentations, abdominal emergencies, gastrointestinal bleeding and traumatic surgical conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments and develop appropriate surgical treatment plans.
• Provide post-operative monitoring, wound management and follow-up care to ensure optimal patient recovery.
• Evaluate and manage patients with abdominal masses, gastrointestinal disorders and other complex surgical conditions.
• Collaborate with gastroenterologists, oncologists, radiologists, anaesthesiologists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Participate in surgical audits, clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to clinical education and professional development.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and international clinical standards.

Requirements

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• MBBS or equivalent recognised medical degree.
• Recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in General Surgery.
• Western Board Certification, such as UK CCT, American Board Certification, Australian FRACS or an equivalent recognised specialist qualification.
• Relevant post-specialisation clinical and surgical experience.
• Proven expertise in elective and emergency general surgical procedures.
• Experience in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery is preferred.
• Eligibility for DHA, DOH Abu Dhabi or MOHAP licensing as a Specialist or Consultant General Surgeon, subject to authority assessment.
• Excellent surgical judgement, clinical decision-making and patient management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Accommodation or housing allowance.
• Annual air tickets.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.