Job Description

A reputable multispecialty healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Specialist / Consultant in Infectious Diseases with expertise in managing complex infections, antimicrobial therapy, and infection prevention and control to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, evaluate, and manage a wide range of infectious diseases, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
• Assess and treat complex infections, including sepsis, tuberculosis, HIV-related infections, and travel-related diseases, as appropriate to the clinical setting.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
• Review laboratory results, microbiological cultures, and other diagnostic investigations to guide treatment decisions.
• Provide specialist consultation for patients with complicated or persistent infections.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives to promote the appropriate use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents.
• Collaborate with microbiology, intensive care, internal medicine, and other clinical teams.
• Contribute to infection prevention and control practices, including outbreak investigation and communicable disease management.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations.

Requirements

• Recognized postgraduate specialist qualification in Infectious Diseases or an equivalent relevant specialty.
• Western board certification or equivalent recognized specialist credentials preferred.
• Relevant clinical experience in diagnosing and managing infectious diseases in a hospital or multispecialty healthcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of antimicrobial therapy, infectious disease diagnostics, and infection prevention and control.
• Experience managing complex infections and collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Eligibility for the appropriate UAE healthcare professional licence through DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, subject to the relevant authority’s requirements.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and patient-management skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and continuous professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Employment benefits in accordance with the employer’s policy.
• Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.