Consultant Physician – Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Location: Al Dhafra Region
A leading government healthcare institution in the Al Dhafra Region, Abu Dhabi, is seeking to appoint a highly accomplished Consultant Physician – Child & Adolescent Psychiatry to join its expanding Mental Health Services Division.
Applicants must be willing to be based in Al Dhafra Region.
This is a senior-level appointment suited for an experienced Consultant with a strong clinical background, leadership capability, and a commitment to advancing child and adolescent mental health services within a structured government healthcare system.
Role Summary
The Consultant Physician will provide strategic and clinical leadership in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, delivering comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric care while contributing to service development, clinical governance, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead specialized psychiatric assessment and management of children and adolescents with complex mental health conditions
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans, including psychotherapy and pharmacological interventions
• Provide expert consultation to pediatric and multidisciplinary teams
• Supervise junior physicians and allied health professionals
• Participate in service planning, quality assurance, and clinical governance initiatives
• Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement of mental health services
• Engage in academic activities, case conferences, and professional development programs
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Qualifications & Requirements
• MBBS or equivalent recognized medical degree
• Completion of accredited residency training in Psychiatry
• Fellowship/Subspecialty Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
• Tier 1 qualification preferred (Western Board / UK CCT / American Board / equivalent)
• Valid DOH License or DOH Eligibility Letter (Abu Dhabi)
• Dataflow verification completed
• Minimum 3–5 years post-board experience at Consultant level
• Demonstrated leadership and multidisciplinary team management skills
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive government-aligned remuneration package
• Comprehensive benefits
• Structured clinical environment
• Opportunities for academic contribution and service leadership
Application Process
Qualified and interested candidates who are willing to be assigned in the Al Dhafra Region are invited to submit their updated CV [update cv in your account with required details and apply online]
WhatsApp: +971 50 566 2169
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