Job Description

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic, and biliary diseases.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including detailed medical histories, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic investigations.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on current clinical guidelines and best practices.
• Manage patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, ensuring continuity of care throughout the treatment journey.
• Assess and manage common gastrointestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver disorders, and colorectal diseases.
• Provide preventive care and patient education regarding gastrointestinal health, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programmes, and continuing medical education activities.
• Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical pathways and protocols.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a recognised residency training programme in Internal Medicine followed by a recognised specialty training programme in Gastroenterology.
• Arab Board, Saudi Board, Jordanian Board, Egyptian Board, UK CCT, European Board, American Board, or an equivalent recognised qualification in Gastroenterology.
• Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health (DOH) licence as a Specialist Gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of post-specialty experience as a Gastroenterologist in a reputable hospital or healthcare institution.
• Demonstrated experience in performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures.
• Strong clinical expertise in the management of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and biliary disorders.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counselling skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records systems and clinical documentation.
• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and continuous professional development.