_{02nd February, 2026}

Head of Department (HOD) – Consultant Emergency Medicine
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary: AED 85,000 – 110,000 per month (Tax-Free)

Position Overview A prestigious tertiary healthcare institution in Dubai is seeking an accomplished Head of Department (HOD) – Consultant in Emergency Medicine to lead a high-acuity Emergency Department. This senior leadership role combines advanced clinical practice with strategic, operational, and governance responsibilities, ensuring the delivery of world-class emergency and trauma care aligned with international best practices.
The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership, oversee departmental performance, and drive continuous quality and safety improvements within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Service Delivery

• Provide expert consultant-level emergency care, including management of major trauma and critically ill patients
• Ensure 24/7 delivery of safe, high-quality emergency medical services
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary trauma and resuscitation teams

Departmental Leadership & Management

• Serve as Head of Department, with full responsibility for clinical governance, workforce planning, and departmental performance
• Develop and implement departmental policies, protocols, and clinical pathways in line with international standards
• Oversee staffing models, rostering, credentialing, and performance management

Governance, Quality & Safety

• Lead clinical governance, risk management, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulatory requirements and international accreditation standards (e.g., JCI)
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive operational efficiency

Education & Training

• Provide mentorship, supervision, and leadership to consultant, specialist, and junior medical staff
• Support ongoing education, simulation training, and credentialing in emergency and trauma care

Strategic Development

• Contribute to the strategic planning and future development of Emergency Medicine services
• Collaborate with hospital executive leadership on service expansion and innovation

Requirements

• Australian or US residency–trained Emergency Medicine Consultant
• Board-certified / fellowship-trained in Emergency Medicine
• Extensive experience in high-acuity emergency care and trauma management
• Demonstrated leadership and Head of Department–level experience (or readiness for HOD role)
• Strong background in clinical governance, quality, and patient safety
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certification
• Eligibility for consultant licensing with the relevant UAE health authority (DHA or equivalent)
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills

Salary & Benefits

• Tax-Free Salary: AED 85,000 – 110,000 per month
• Housing Allowance: Free or subsidised accommodation
• Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for physician and dependents
• Education Allowance: Schooling support for children
• Annual Leave: 30–45 days of paid leave
• Air Tickets: Annual return flights to home country
• Gratuity: End-of-service benefits in line with UAE labor law

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