_{24th March, 2026}

Consultant / Staff Physician – Pain Medicine
Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Position Overview A leading Tier-1 hospital in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Consultant / Staff Physician in Pain Medicine to join its multidisciplinary pain management services. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive, evidence-based pain assessment and treatment for patients with acute and chronic pain conditions, working closely with surgical, medical, and rehabilitation teams.
This role offers a competitive tax-free compensation package, strong institutional support, and the opportunity to practice in a modern, well-equipped healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pain assessment, diagnosis, and management for patients with acute, chronic, and cancer-related pain
• Develop and implement individualized pain management plans, incorporating pharmacologic, interventional, and multidisciplinary approaches
• Perform interventional pain procedures as appropriate (e.g., nerve blocks, epidural injections, radiofrequency procedures) within credentialed scope
• Collaborate with anesthesiology, oncology, surgery, rehabilitation, and primary care teams
• Participate in multidisciplinary pain clinics and case discussions
• Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans to ensure optimal patient comfort and safety
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to patient education and chronic pain self-management strategies
• Participate in on-call or after-hours coverage as required by the department
• Support teaching, supervision, and CME activities when applicable

Required Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution
• Completed specialist training in a relevant base specialty (e.g., Anesthesiology, Neurology, PM&R, or related field)
• Formal subspecialty training or fellowship in Pain Medicine from an accredited program
• Recognized Specialist or Consultant certification (e.g., Arab Board, European Board, UK CCT, US Board, or equivalent)
• Eligibility for DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi) licensure at Specialist or Consultant level
• Minimum 3–5 years post-qualification experience preferred (requirements vary by grade)
• Strong clinical judgment, procedural skills, and patient-centered approach

Preferred Experience

• Experience in tertiary or multidisciplinary pain centers
• Expertise in interventional pain techniques and multimodal pain management
• Experience managing complex chronic pain and cancer pain cases
• Prior international or Middle East practice experience is advantageous but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• Tax-free salary: AED 700,000 – 950,000 per year
  
  • Monthly equivalent: AED 58,000 – 79,000
• Comprehensive health insurance (often including dependents)
• Annual leave: ~25 working days plus UAE public holidays
• Annual flight ticket allowance (may include family)
• Relocation and onboarding support (subject to hospital policy)
• Visa sponsorship for physician and eligible dependents
• End-of-service gratuity in accordance with UAE Labour Law
• CME and professional development support (department-dependent)

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