Consultant Gastroenterologist

About the role

National Locums is recruiting an experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist for an established, expanding private healthcare group in the UAE. The client wants to interview immediately, with a target appointment within 4 weeks and a joining date by the end of December 2026. The group is investing in its clinical services and infrastructure, including new hospital capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Provide Consultant-level gastroenterology services in an established private hospital setting.
• Independently perform ERCP procedures.
• Perform upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy, and undertake therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Manage a broad range of gastroenterology patients at Consultant level.
• Work collaboratively with other clinical specialties and hospital departments.
• Support the development and growth of gastroenterology services while maintaining high standards of clinical care and patient safety.

Required profile

• Experienced Consultant Gastroenterologist with recognised specialist medical qualifications.
• Western medical experience or NHS background, including experience in the UK, Ireland, Europe, Australia, Canada or the USA.
• Eligible for Consultant-level licensing in the UAE.
• Previous private healthcare experience is advantageous; previous UAE or GCC experience is beneficial but not essential.

Required skills

• Independent competence in ERCP, upper GI endoscopy, colonoscopy and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.

What we offer

• AED 75,000 per month (AED 900,000 per year), tax-free UAE earnings.
• Commission based on revenue generated through insured patient activity.
• Medical insurance for the consultant, spouse and dependants.
• Two weeks' accommodation on arrival and return flights home.
• Access to Dubai and the wider UAE, with family lifestyle and international schooling.

Further details about the healthcare group and location will be shared privately with suitable candidates after initial contact.