Specialist Physician – Trauma

About the role

The Specialist Physician – Trauma provides high‑quality, evidence‑based, patient‑centered care within the trauma division. Working under the supervision of a Consultant Physician, the role also involves mentoring junior medical staff and contributing to departmental initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat trauma patients according to best‑practice standards.
• Lead ward rounds, reassess in‑patients and out‑patients, and document clinical information promptly.
• Supervise and train junior medical staff, sharing responsibility for their patient care.
• Participate in multi‑disciplinary meetings, liaise with other specialties, and ensure appropriate referrals.
• Support out‑of‑hours on‑call coverage on a rotational basis, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays.
• Adhere to hospital policies on admissions, consultations, surgical procedures, discharge, and follow‑up.
• Contribute to performance management, peer review, and quality‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Medical degree with appropriate licensure to practice in the UAE.
• Experience in trauma care, preferably at a consultant or specialist level.
• Ability to supervise junior staff and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous improvement.

Required skills