Consultant Anesthesiologist – Abu Dhabi

About the role

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its advanced operating theatres, perioperative medicine and acute pain services and is seeking a Consultant Anesthesiologist. The role suits internationally trained clinicians who want strong clinical exposure and to work in a modern, quality-driven environment serving a diverse international patient population. It is advertised as a full-time position.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver consultant-level anaesthesia care for elective and emergency surgical cases across multiple specialties
• Conduct pre-anaesthetic assessments, risk stratification and perioperative optimisation for complex patients
• Provide general, regional, neuraxial and monitored anaesthesia care in line with hospital protocols
• Manage airway emergencies, postoperative recovery, acute pain and perioperative complications
• Collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, nurses and theatre teams to ensure safe patient flow
• Support clinical governance, morbidity reviews and quality improvement within operating theatre services

Required profile

• Internationally trained Consultant Anesthesiologist with recognised qualifications such as ABAN, UK CCT/FRCA, European Diploma in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care, Royal College Certification (Canada), FANZCA, Arab Board, or MD/DNB/FCPS or equivalent
• Candidates from the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, the Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to UAE licensing and facility credentialing eligibility
• Strong clinical judgement, evidence-based practice and patient safety focus
• Excellent communication with culturally diverse patients and teams, and ability to adapt to UAE regulations and documentation standards

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary package, performance-based incentives and housing allowance or premium accommodation support
• Medical insurance, annual return flights and professional indemnity coverage
• Continuing medical education support, visa and onboarding assistance, and structured DHA/DOH/MOH license conversion help
• 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.