Specialist / Consultant Infectious Disease – Western Qualified (Qatar) Doha

Requirements

Candidates must hold a recognized postgraduate specialist qualification in Infectious Diseases and possess relevant clinical experience in a hospital setting. Western board certification or equivalent credentials are preferred, along with eligibility for a UAE healthcare professional license.

Job Summary

A reputable multispecialty healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Specialist / Consultant in Infectious Diseases with expertise in managing complex infections, antimicrobial therapy, and infection prevention and control to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Diagnose, evaluate, and manage a wide range of infectious diseases, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
Assess and treat complex infections, including sepsis, tuberculosis, HIV-related infections, and travel-related diseases, as appropriate to the clinical setting.
Develop individualized treatment plans and prescribe appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
Review laboratory results, microbiological cultures, and other diagnostic investigations to guide treatment decisions.
Provide specialist consultation for patients with complicated or persistent infections.
Support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives to promote the appropriate use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents.
Collaborate with microbiology, intensive care, internal medicine, and other clinical teams.
Contribute to infection prevention and control practices, including outbreak investigation and communicable disease management.
Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations.
Recognized postgraduate specialist qualification in Infectious Diseases or an equivalent relevant specialty.
Western board certification or equivalent recognized specialist credentials preferred.
Relevant clinical experience in diagnosing and managing infectious diseases in a hospital or multispecialty healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of antimicrobial therapy, infectious disease diagnostics, and infection prevention and control.
Experience managing complex infections and collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Eligibility for the appropriate UAE healthcare professional licence through DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, subject to the relevant authority’s requirements.
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and patient-management skills.
Commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
Employment benefits in accordance with the employer’s policy.
Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

The specialist will diagnose and manage a wide range of infectious diseases, including complex cases like sepsis and HIV, while developing individualized treatment plans. They will also support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective infection prevention and control.

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