Consultant Critical Care Physician - ICU

About the role

An internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its high-acuity ICU, organ support and multidisciplinary critical care services and is looking for a Consultant Critical Care Physician. The role suits internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure and a modern, quality-driven environment serving a diverse international patient population. It is based in Abu Dhabi.

Key responsibilities

• Lead management of critically ill medical, surgical, trauma and postoperative patients in ICU
• Provide advanced organ support including ventilation, haemodynamic management, renal support coordination and sepsis care
• Perform critical care procedures such as airway management, central venous access and invasive monitoring according to privileges
• Coordinate multidisciplinary rounds with consultants, nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacy and allied health teams
• Guide family communication, goals-of-care discussions and ethical decision-making
• Support ICU protocols, infection prevention, audit, simulation training and quality improvement

Required profile

• Internationally trained consultant critical care physician with recognised qualifications, such as American Board certification, UK CCT / FFICM / MRCP or FRCA pathway, European Diploma in Intensive Care Medicine, Royal College Certification (Canada), Australian CICM Fellowship, or Arab Board DM / DNB / FCPS or equivalent
• Candidates from the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to UAE licensing and facility credentialing eligibility
• Strong clinical judgement, evidence-based practice and patient safety; excellent communication with culturally diverse patients and teams

What we offer

• Highly competitive tax-free salary package, performance-based incentives where applicable
• Housing allowance or premium accommodation support
• Comprehensive medical insurance and annual return flight tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage and continuing medical education support
• Visa and onboarding assistance, and structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion support
• Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable

To apply, send an updated CV and details of current licensing status or eligibility; shortlisted candidates are contacted for a confidential discussion.