SSMC – Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
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is hiring a Specialist Physician General Medicine at SSMC Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Abu Dhabi in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is a full-time position.
Looking for Specialist Physician General Medicine jobs in Abu Dhabi? Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) is currently recruiting a Specialist Physician for their General Medicine department. Additionally, this full-time role provides an outstanding opportunity for board-certified internists to practice evidence-based medicine in one of the UAE’s most advanced healthcare facilities.
About the Role
The Specialist Physician in General Medicine at SSMC shares responsibility with the Consultant Physician for delivering high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centered care. Furthermore, the post holder is expected to demonstrate clinical excellence within the Division while contributing to the supervision and training of junior medical staff. Moreover, the role involves leading ward rounds, managing complex medical cases, and participating in multidisciplinary care planning.
Key Responsibilities for Specialist Physician General Medicine at SSMC Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Abu Dhabi
- Diagnose and treat patients in General Medicine according to established standards of best practice
- Lead ward rounds and regularly reassess both inpatients and outpatients in line with clinical guidelines
- Supervise the activities of junior medical staff and jointly assume responsibility for patient care
- Accept clinically appropriate referrals from the Emergency Department, primary care, and other departments
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary meetings to plan effective and holistic patient care
- Review investigation results regularly and modify treatment plans as clinically required
- Ensure preparation of patients for procedures including obtaining informed consent
- Support quality improvement initiatives, clinical audit, and evidence-based practice improvement
- Provide out-of-hours on-call coverage on a rotational basis including evenings, nights, and weekends
- Promote and participate in clinical research, publication, and mentoring of junior physicians
Requirements
- Board certification in Internal Medicine or General Medicine from a recognized institution
- Current national license or equivalent with eligibility for DOH licensure in Abu Dhabi
- Minimum 2-3 years of clinical experience post-qualification in an internationally accredited institute
- Strong clinical skills with commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care delivery
- Excellent leadership, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork abilities
- Commitment to continuous professional development, teaching, and research activities