Consultant General Surgeon - Abu Dhabi

Overview

Employment Type:** Full-Time

Key Responsibilities*** Clinical Responsibilities

• + Assess, diagnose, and manage patients requiring general surgical intervention.
• + Perform elective and emergency general surgical procedures, including minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgeries where applicable.
• + Conduct pre-operative assessments and formulate individualized treatment plans.
• + Provide comprehensive post-operative management and follow-up care.
• + Manage surgical emergencies in accordance with hospital protocols.
• + Interpret laboratory and diagnostic imaging findings.
• + Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• + Ensure appropriate documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
• + Maintain accurate medical records in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.

Surgical Procedures

• Perform procedures including, but not limited to:
• + Laparoscopic and open cholecystectomy
• + Appendectomy
• + Hernia repair (open and laparoscopic)
• + Breast surgery
• + Thyroid surgery
• + Soft tissue surgeries
• + Gastrointestinal surgeries
• + Colorectal procedures
• + Minor and major abdominal surgeries
• + Emergency trauma surgery (within hospital scope)

• Patient Care Responsibilities

• + Deliver patient-centered, evidence-based surgical care.
• + Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical risks, and post-operative care.
• + Obtain informed consent in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• + Ensure patient safety and adherence to infection prevention protocols.
• + Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Administrative Responsibilities
• + Participate in departmental meetings and hospital committees.
• + Contribute to policy development and implementation.
• + Support accreditation activities (JCI, DOH, etc.).
• + Maintain compliance with hospital policies and UAE healthcare regulations.
• + Participate in on-call rotation as assigned.

• Teaching & Research

• + Mentor junior physicians, residents, and medical students.
• + Participate in Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities.
• + Contribute to clinical research, publications, and presentations where applicable.
• + Promote evidence-based surgical practice.

• Quality & Safety

• + Adhere to international surgical safety standards.
• + Participate in morbidity and mortality meetings.
• + Report adverse events and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and patient safety guidelines.
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Qualifications & Requirements*** Essential

• + Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB or equivalent).
• + Completion of an approved residency in General Surgery.
• + Specialist/Board Certification in General Surgery from a recognized international board.
• Examples include:
• + Arab Board
• + European Board
• + American Board
• + Canadian Board
• + Australian Fellowship
• + UK CCT/CESR with GMC Specialist Registration
• + FRCS (or equivalent)
• Experience
• + Minimum **5–8 years** of post-board certification experience as a Consultant General Surgeon (depending on licensing eligibility).
• + Experience in tertiary care hospitals preferred.
• + Experience in laparoscopic surgery is essential.
• + Trauma surgery experience is an advantage.
• Licensing Requirements
• + Must be eligible for or hold a **Department of Health (DOH) Abu Dhabi** Consultant license.
• + Data Flow verification and UAE medical licensing requirements must be fulfilled.
• Preferred Qualifications
• + Fellowship training in a subspecialty (e.g., Colorectal Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Upper GI Surgery, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, or Trauma Surgery).
• + Robotic surgery experience.
• + Academic teaching or research experience.
• + Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Benefits

• **What We Offer*** Competitive tax-free salary aligned with experience and market standards.
• Performance-based incentives (where applicable).
• Annual air ticket allowance for self (and eligible dependents, as per company policy).
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage for self and eligible dependents.
• Annual paid leave in accordance with UAE Labour Law and company policy.
• End-of-service gratuity as per UAE Labour Law.
• Relocation assistance (where applicable).
• Visa sponsorship and medical licensing support (DOH Abu Dhabi, DataFlow, and credentialing assistance).
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support, including paid CME leave and/or reimbursement as per hospital policy.
• Professional indemnity (medical malpractice) insurance provided by the employer.
• Paid professional license renewal and credentialing support.
• Opportunities for career advancement, leadership, and academic involvement.
• Access to modern operating theatres, advanced surgical equipment, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Employee wellness and assistance programs.
• Supportive, multicultural, and collaborative working environment.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.