Job Description

Clinical Pharmacist

Mental health hospital

Free placement
Free placement

Job ID: 617542

24 Feb 2026

Job ID: 617542

24 Feb 2026

Job Location

Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates

Experience

8 to 10 years

Qualification Level

Post Graduate; Doctorate

Job Function

Pharmacy / Lab / HealthCare

Skillset

Responsible for providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services focused on psychopharmacology and safe medication management for patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. Review and validate medication orders, ensure appropriate dosi

Preferred Jobseekers

Jobseekers from any country

Davidson Management Consultants have been mandated to recruit a western educated, native Arabic speaker, Clinical Pharmacist for their client in Abu Dhabi, UAE which is a specialized mental health facility providing inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services. We are looking for Clinical Pharmacists with a minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience, with at least 3 years of recent experience within a mental health hospital or psychiatric care setting. Candidates must meet one of the following educational pathways: BSc in Pharmacy and completion of a Clinical Pharmacy Residency program (minimum two (2) years duration) OR PharmD or Doctor of Pharmacy (minimum six (6) years course duration) OR BSc in Pharmacy and two (2) years post-graduate qualification leading to a PharmD or Doctor of Pharmacy or Master’s in Clinical Pharmacy OR Bachelor’s degree or four (4) year Master’s degree in Pharmacy and a Postgraduate Diploma from the UK in Clinical Pharmacy (minimum one (1) year duration). Candidates must be eligible for Clinical Pharmacist licensure with the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi.The Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services focused on psychopharmacology and safe medication management for patients with acute and chronic psychiatric conditions. Review and validate medication orders, ensure appropriate dosing, monitor drug interactions, and provide therapeutic drug monitoring for psychotropic medications including antipsychotics, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, anxiolytics, stimulants, and medications used in addiction treatment such as opioid substitution therapies.Collaborate closely with psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize pharmacotherapy plans and enhance clinical outcomes. Participate in ward rounds, case discussions, and medication reconciliation processes to ensure safe transitions of care. Provide patient and family education on medication adherence, side effects, long-acting injectable therapies, metabolic monitoring, and risk management.Monitor and report adverse drug reactions, support pharmacovigilance activities, and contribute to development and implementation of evidence-based medication protocols. Ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations, controlled drug policies, and hospital formulary guidelines. Oversee safe storage, dispensing, and documentation of narcotics and psychotropic medications in accordance with regulatory standards.Participate in quality improvement initiatives, medication audits, and accreditation processes. Support staff education on psychopharmacology updates, medication safety, and best practices in mental health pharmacotherapy. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to hospital medication management committees and governance frameworks.

Salary : Aed 40,000 per month plus family benefits (Salary mentioned in the advertisement is indicative. The final offer lies at the discretion of the client and will be made after completion of interviews).

Company Profile

Davidson Management Consultants is a Dubai-based boutique healthcare executive search and physician recruitment firm specializing in hospital leadership recruitment, C-suite healthcare hiring, and international physician placement across the GCC and Middle East. With more than 13 years of experience in healthcare recruitment, life sciences recruitment, and pharmaceutical executive search, Davidson has become one of the region’s most trusted recruitment partners for multispecialty hospitals, tertiary care medical centers, healthcare groups, medical universities, and pharmaceutical companies across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain. Davidson is widely recognized for its expertise in healthcare executive search in Dubai and the Middle East, supporting hospitals and healthcare organizations with the recruitment of Hospital CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Chief Medical Officers, Medical Directors, and senior healthcare leadership teams. The firm also specializes in international physician recruitment, sourcing highly qualified Consultant Physicians, Specialist Doctors, Surgeons, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, and Allied Health professionals for leading hospitals and healthcare institutions across the GCC. Through a strong global candidate network spanning the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and South Africa, Davidson provides access to board-certified and fellowship-trained physicians and internationally experienced healthcare executives. Davidson Management Consultants is also a trusted resource for physicians searching for doctor jobs in UAE hospitals, consultant doctor jobs in Dubai, psychiatrist jobs in UAE, and physician career opportunities across the GCC. Our executive search methodology includes global leadership mapping, international talent sourcing, competency-based interviews, psychometric assessment, and comprehensive reference checks, ensuring the highest standards of recruitment for critical leadership and clinical roles. In addition to recruitment, Davidson supports physicians with UAE medical licensing services including DHA, DOH, MOH, and CDA licensing, assisting international doctors in successfully transitioning to healthcare careers in the UAE and the GCC. Today, Davidson Management Consultants is recognized as a leading healthcare executive search firm in Dubai and physician recruitment consultancy in the GCC, connecting world-class healthcare professionals with outstanding hospital and healthcare leadership opportunities across the Middle East.

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