Consultant Psychiatrist

About the role

A leading healthcare facility in Dubai is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist. The role covers diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric disorders, psychopharmacology, psychotherapy and comprehensive mental healthcare, requiring excellent clinical judgment, strong communication skills and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric and mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations and risk assessments
• Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based interventions
• Prescribe and monitor psychotropic medications, including effectiveness and adverse effects
• Provide psychotherapy and psychiatric counseling within authorized clinical privileges
• Manage psychiatric emergencies, suicidal risk, acute psychosis and behavioural crises
• Coordinate care for patients with substance use disorders and coexisting psychiatric conditions
• Collaborate with psychologists, neurologists, social workers and multidisciplinary teams
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments and relapse prevention
• Ensure compliance with DHA regulations, patient confidentiality and clinical safety standards

Required profile

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree
• Recognized postgraduate qualification or residency training in Psychiatry
• Board certification or equivalent consultant-level qualification; American Board, UK CCT, Canadian, Australian, European or other internationally recognized qualifications are highly desirable
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant post-specialization experience preferred
• Eligible for DHA Consultant Psychiatry classification/license in Dubai, subject to applicable UAE PQR requirements

Required skills

• Psychiatric assessment, psychopharmacology and psychotherapy
• Complex mental health management
• Communication, clinical judgment, leadership and patient counseling

What we offer

• Competitive salary package and employment benefits
• Modern mental healthcare facilities and multidisciplinary clinical support
• Medical insurance and annual leave, subject to employment terms
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Licensing assistance for eligible candidates

Applicants submit their CV through the recruiter; those who have already sent a CV to the recruiter should not reapply. Positions advertised may relate to current or upcoming vacancies, and hospital names remain confidential until an employer expresses interest.