Consultant / Specialist Psychiatrist – Tax-Free Role in Dubai

About the role

We are seeking a Consultant/Specialist Psychiatrist to join a rapidly expanding mental health division of a JCI‑accredited healthcare group in Dubai. The position offers a tax‑free salary, modern facilities and the chance to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering patient‑centered psychiatric care across outpatient and inpatient settings.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, including mental status examinations, risk evaluations and diagnostic work‑ups.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions such as mood, anxiety, psychotic, personality and substance‑use disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that combine pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches.
• Provide crisis intervention and acute psychiatric care when required.
• Collaborate with psychologists, counselors, social workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with DHA and international standards.
• Educate patients and families about mental health conditions and preventive strategies.
• Participate in clinical governance, audits, CPD initiatives and service development activities.

Required profile

• Board certification (ABPN, UK CCT/GMC, European Board, Canadian/Australian Fellowship, Arab Board, FCPS, MD/DNB/DM Psychiatry) – minimum 3–5 years post‑board experience preferred.
• Eligibility for DHA licensure or an active DHA license is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural, high‑volume clinical environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive tax‑free salary package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance for self and family.
• Annual flight tickets and generous annual leave.
• Relocation support, onboarding assistance and CME funding.
• Full guidance for DHA license conversion and professional development.