# Consultant Nephrologist

> Astra ProMed · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-30

**Salary:** unknown currency 780,000–1,140,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Job Description** – Consultant Nephrologist

**Location:** Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced **Consultant Nephrologist** to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide expert care in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases. The Consultant Nephrologist will collaborate closely with intensivists, transplant teams, urologists, and other specialists to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with DOH regulations and international clinical standards.

### Responsibilities

-   Diagnose, evaluate, and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases.
-   Assess and treat conditions including:

-   Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
-   Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
-   Glomerular diseases
-   Nephrotic and nephritic syndromes
-   Diabetic kidney disease
-   Hypertensive nephropathy
-   Polycystic kidney disease
-   Electrolyte and acid-base disorders
-   Kidney stones and related renal disorders

-   Manage patients requiring hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT).
-   Evaluate and prepare patients for renal replacement therapy and kidney transplantation, including pre- and post-transplant care where applicable.
-   Perform and interpret diagnostic procedures related to nephrology, including renal biopsies (where credentialed) and interpretation of laboratory and imaging findings.
-   Collaborate with intensive care, cardiology, endocrinology, urology, transplant surgery, and internal medicine teams for comprehensive patient management.
-   Provide inpatient consultations and outpatient nephrology services.
-   Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patients for disease progression and treatment response.
-   Educate patients and families regarding kidney disease prevention, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and dialysis care.
-   Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, morbidity and mortality reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits.
-   Supervise and mentor specialists, residents, fellows, and junior medical staff.
-   Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the hospital's electronic medical records.
-   Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, patient safety standards, and clinical governance requirements.
-   Participate in on-call nephrology services as required.

## Requirements

-   MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
-   Completion of an accredited residency in Internal Medicine followed by a recognized fellowship or subspecialty training in Nephrology.
-   Fellowship/CCT/CCST/Arab Board/American Board/Canadian Board or equivalent qualification recognized by DOH for Consultant registration.
-   Eligibility for or possession of a **DOH Consultant Nephrologist License**.
-   Relevant post-qualification experience as per DOH Professional Qualification Requirements.
-   Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is preferred.

## Benefits

-   Competitive tax-free salary.
-   Health insurance.
-   Annual paid leave and air ticket allowance.
-   End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law.
-   Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.
-   Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
-   Modern healthcare facilities with advanced nephrology and dialysis services.

## Apply

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