Job description

JOB TITLE : Consultant Neurologist - Abu Dhabi LOCATION: Abu Dhabi EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group ABOUT THE ROLE A leading, internationally accredited multispecialty hospital in Abu Dhabi is expanding its advanced neurological care services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Neurologist to join its growing clinical team.
The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the opportunity to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population.
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can combine advanced neurological expertise with patient-centred communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and a commitment to international healthcare standards.
ROLE OVERVIEW The successful candidate will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment supported by experienced consultants, nurses, allied health professionals, and advanced diagnostic and treatment infrastructure.
The Consultant Neurologist will provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of a wide range of neurological conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide consultant-level neurological assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with acute and chronic neurological disorders.
• Manage conditions including stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders, neuromuscular diseases, headaches, neurodegenerative disorders, and other complex neurological conditions.
• Conduct outpatient consultations, inpatient reviews, and follow-up care while developing individualized treatment plans.
• Interpret neurological investigations including neuroimaging, electrodiagnostic studies, and other relevant diagnostic assessments where applicable.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurosurgery, rehabilitation, internal medicine, emergency medicine, and critical care teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, medical education, and departmental development activities.
• Highly competitive tax-free salary package • Performance-based incentives where applicable • Housing allowance or premium accommodation support • Comprehensive medical insurance • Annual return flight tickets • Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage • Continuing medical education support • Visa and onboarding assistance LICENSING & RELOCATION SUPPORT • Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance • DataFlow and credential verification support • Visa and regulatory processing assistance • Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable • Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE • Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety.
• Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations.
• Interest in long-term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting.
HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates may apply with an updated CV and details of current licensing status / eligibility.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
Applications are welcome from internationally trained Consultant Neurologist candidates holding recognised qualifications such as: • American Board Certification in Neurology • UK CCT / MRCP (UK) Neurology pathway • European Board Certification in Neurology • Royal College Certification (Canada) • Australian Fellowship (FRACP) • Arab Board • MD / DNB / DM / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification Applications are welcome from candidates across the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa, and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.