Consultant Psychiatrist

We're Hiring | Consultant Psychiatrist

Location: Abu Dhabi

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of complex mental health conditions. This is an excellent opportunity for internationally trained consultants seeking career growth, a competitive salary, and a rewarding professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and other psychiatric conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, mental status examinations, and risk assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans incorporating pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy referrals, and multidisciplinary care.
• Prescribe and monitor psychiatric medications, ensuring treatment effectiveness and patient safety.
• Assess and manage acute psychiatric emergencies, suicidal ideation, and severe behavioral disturbances.
• Provide ongoing care for patients with complex and chronic mental health disorders.
• Evaluate and manage psychiatric conditions associated with substance use disorders, trauma, and stress-related disorders.
• Collaborate with clinical psychologists, psychiatric nurses, neurologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families regarding mental health conditions, treatment options, and relapse prevention.
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians and multidisciplinary mental health team members.
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, mental health legislation, confidentiality requirements, and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree.

• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Psychiatry.
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant-level qualification.
• American Board, UK CCT, Canadian, Australian, European, or other internationally recognized qualifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant post-specialization experience preferred.
• Strong expertise in adult psychiatry, psychopharmacology, psychiatric emergencies, and complex mental health management.
• Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Eligible for DOH Consultant Psychiatry classification/license in Abu Dhabi, subject to applicable UAE PQR requirements.

• Competitive salary package and attractive employment benefits.
• Opportunity to work in a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi.
• Modern mental health facilities and a supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment.
• Medical insurance and annual leave, subject to applicable employment terms.
• Excellent career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates.