Job description

JOB TITLE: Specialist Neurologist – UAE LOCATION: UAE EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group ABOUT THE ROLE A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its neurology and neurological care services and is seeking a highly skilled Specialist Neurologist to join its growing clinical team.
This role is designed for internationally trained neurologists 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 ideal for clinicians who combine advanced neurological expertise with patient-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to international healthcare standards.
ROLE OVERVIEW The successful candidate will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary clinical environment alongside neurosurgeons, radiologists, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals, supported by advanced diagnostic facilities including neuroimaging, neurophysiology, and modern treatment infrastructure.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Diagnose and manage a wide range of neurological conditions including stroke, epilepsy, headaches, movement disorders, neuropathies, neurodegenerative diseases, and other neurological disorders.
• Perform comprehensive neurological assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide evidence-based medical management.
• Interpret neurological investigations including MRI, CT scans, EEG, EMG/NCS, and other diagnostic assessments within the scope of practice.
• Manage acute neurological presentations, provide appropriate referrals, and coordinate long-term care for chronic neurological conditions.
• Collaborate with neurosurgery, radiology, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and other specialties to ensure comprehensive multidisciplinary patient care.
• Provide patient counselling regarding diagnosis, treatment options, medication safety, lifestyle modifications, and long-term disease management.
• Maintain compliance with clinical documentation standards, patient safety protocols, infection prevention measures, and international quality and clinical governance guidelines.
• 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 Specialist Neurologist candidates holding recognized qualifications such as: • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology – Neurology Certification • UK CCT / MRCP Neurology • European Board / National Specialist Certification in Neurology • Royal College Certification (Canada) • Australian FRACP (Neurology) • Arab Board • MD / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognized specialist qualification Applications are welcome from candidates across the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.