Consultant Psychiatrist

About the role

A leading healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric care. The consultant diagnoses and treats mental health conditions and supports patients in improving their mental well-being and quality of life. The workplace is on site.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric and mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
• Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy where appropriate.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and monitor patients' treatment progress.
• Provide crisis assessment and manage patients experiencing acute psychiatric episodes.
• Collaborate with psychologists, therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Counsel patients and families about treatment options and ongoing care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and uphold patient confidentiality and clinical standards.
• Supervise junior medical staff and contribute to clinical quality improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• MD/DNB in Psychiatry or an equivalent recognized postgraduate qualification.
• Significant post-specialization experience at Consultant level.
• Experience managing complex psychiatric cases and developing individualized treatment plans.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication and interpersonal skills.

What we offer

• Salary range of 480,000 to 600,000 (currency not stated).
• Private health insurance.
• Training and development.
• Performance bonus.