Consultant – Palliative Care - Abu Dhabi

Position Summary

Clinical Duties

• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients requiring palliative and end-of-life care.
• Develop individualized treatment and symptom management plans for patients with advanced or chronic illnesses.
• Provide expert consultation for pain management and complex symptom control.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including oncology, internal medicine, critical care, nursing, psychology, social work, and rehabilitation services.
• Conduct family meetings and facilitate goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and end-of-life decision-making.
• Ensure continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, home care, and hospice settings where applicable.

Leadership & Quality Improvement

• Participate in the development and implementation of palliative care policies, protocols, and clinical pathways.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs.
• Support the growth and development of palliative care services within the organization.

Education & Training

• Provide teaching and mentorship to physicians, residents, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in continuing medical education (CME), conferences, and departmental educational activities.
• Promote awareness of palliative care principles among healthcare providers and the community.

Research & Professional Development

• Participate in clinical research, audits, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Maintain professional competency and comply with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of accredited specialty training in Palliative Medicine or related specialty with recognized fellowship/subspecialty certification in Palliative Care.
• Board Certification recognized by the Department of Health (DOH) Abu Dhabi.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-board/fellowship experience as a Consultant in Palliative Care.
• Eligibility for DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant licensure.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and multidisciplinary team collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in tertiary care hospitals, cancer centers, or dedicated palliative care units.
• Expertise in pain management, oncology supportive care, and end-of-life care.
• Experience in service development and quality improvement projects.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Family benefits as per organizational policy.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Annual leave and flight allowance.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).