# Specialist / Consultant Rheumatologist - Government Sector | UAE

> SearchPlus HR · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-18

**Salary:** unknown currency 480,000–900,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

A leading **Government Healthcare Facility in the UAE** is seeking qualified and experienced **Rheumatologists** to join its specialist medical team.

This opportunity is open to internationally trained physicians seeking to relocate to the UAE and offers the opportunity to work within a highly structured government healthcare environment with modern facilities, multidisciplinary teams, and access to advanced clinical services.

Candidates with internationally recognized qualifications, including **UK CCT, Western Qualified, American Board, Australian Board, and South African Board**, are encouraged to apply.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with rheumatological and autoimmune conditions.
-   Manage complex and chronic rheumatological disorders, including inflammatory arthritis and connective tissue diseases.
-   Develop individualized treatment and long-term management plans.
-   Monitor treatment response and medication-related complications.
-   Provide preventive care, patient education, and lifestyle guidance.
-   Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and other medical specialties.
-   Review laboratory investigations, imaging, and other diagnostic findings.
-   Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient medical records.
-   Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement programs, and departmental activities.
-   Contribute to teaching, training, and continuing professional development where applicable.
-   Maintain high standards of patient safety and evidence-based clinical practice.

## Requirements

-   Medical degree such as **MBBS, MD, or equivalent** from a recognized institution.
-   Recognized postgraduate qualification in **Rheumatology / Internal Medicine with Rheumatology specialization**.
-   Relevant post-specialization clinical experience.
-   Strong experience in managing rheumatological and autoimmune conditions.
-   Experience working within a hospital or multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
-   Candidates with **UK CCT, Western Qualifications, American Board, Australian Board, or South African Board** are encouraged to apply.
-   Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
-   Strong clinical decision-making and patient-management abilities.
-   Commitment to evidence-based and patient-centered care.

## Benefits

-   Competitive **tax-free annual salary package**.
-   Housing allowance or accommodation support, depending on employer.
-   Comprehensive medical insurance.
-   Annual leave and air-ticket allowance.
-   Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
-   Relocation and onboarding support.
-   Continuing Medical Education and professional development opportunities.
-   Modern government healthcare facilities and advanced clinical resources.
-   Multidisciplinary working environment.
-   Excellent opportunities for career development and professional growth.
-   Long-term employment opportunities within the UAE government healthcare sector.

## Apply

[Apply at SearchPlus HR](https://apply.workable.com/searchplus-hr-4/j/D1ADF97F1C/apply)

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