Consultant Rheumatologist – UAE (Tax‑Free Salary & Benefits)

About the role

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its autoimmune and connective‑tissue disorder services. The position offers strong clinical exposure, multidisciplinary teamwork and the chance to work in a modern, quality‑driven environment serving a diverse international patient base.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage inflammatory arthritis, connective‑tissue disease, vasculitis, gout, osteoporosis and other autoimmune disorders.
• Prescribe and monitor disease‑modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologics, immunosuppressants and infusion therapies safely.
• Perform joint assessments, injections and musculoskeletal ultrasound where within scope.
• Coordinate care with nephrology, dermatology, pulmonology, ophthalmology, orthopedics and physiotherapy teams.
• Educate patients on disease control, medication safety, lifestyle and flare management.
• Support registry participation, audit, safety monitoring and evidence‑based protocols.

Required profile

• Internationally trained Consultant Rheumatologist holding a recognized specialist qualification (e.g., American Board, UK CCT/MRCP, European Board, Royal College, Australian FRACP, Arab Board, DM/DNB/FCPS).
• Eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.

Required skills

• Diagnose and manage a broad spectrum of rheumatologic conditions.
• Prescribe and monitor DMARDs, biologics and immunosuppressive therapies.
• Perform joint injections and musculoskeletal ultrasound.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary patient care across specialties.

What we offer

• Highly competitive tax‑free salary package with performance‑based incentives.
• Housing allowance or premium accommodation support.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and annual return flight tickets.
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage.
• Continuing medical education support.
• Visa and onboarding assistance, including DHA/DOH/MOH license conversion and relocation guidance for physician and family.