Specialist Gastroenterologist

M42 — Overview M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale. Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Hospital is a state-of-the-art hospital serving Abu Dhabi’s Northern Emirates. With 200+ beds and JCI accreditation, it delivers world-class, community-focused care. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and the expertise of M42’s renowned network (including Imperial College London Diabetes Centre, Amana Healthcare, Mubadala Health Dubai, and Healthpoint), SSBZH stands at the forefront of medical innovation. The hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes, facilitating access to quality care and addressing the unique needs of military personnel, their families, and the broader community in the Northern Emirates Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Hospital (SSBZH) is seeking a highly skilled and patient-focused Specialist Gastroenterologist to provide comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive care for patients with gastrointestinal, pancreatic, liver, and biliary disorders. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care through outpatient consultations, inpatient management, endoscopic procedures, and multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and experience. Responsibilities Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic, and biliary diseases. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including detailed medical histories, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic investigations. Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on current clinical guidelines and best practices. Manage patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, ensuring continuity of care throughout the treatment journey. Assess and manage common gastrointestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver disorders, and colorectal diseases. Provide preventive care and patient education regarding gastrointestinal health, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention. Collaborate closely with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programmes, and continuing medical education activities. Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical pathways and protocols. Adhere to all hospital policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Completion of a recognised residency training programme in Internal Medicine followed by a recognised specialty training programme in Gastroenterology. Arab Board, Saudi Board, Jordanian Board, Egyptian Board, UK CCT, European Board, American Board, or an equivalent recognised qualification in Gastroenterology. Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health (DOH) licence as a Specialist Gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi. Minimum of 3-5 years of post-specialty experience as a Gastroenterologist in a reputable hospital or healthcare institution. Demonstrated experience in performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures. Strong clinical expertise in the management of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and biliary disorders. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counselling skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. Proficiency in electronic medical records systems and clinical documentation. Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and continuous professional development.

Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Completion of a recognised residency training programme in Internal Medicine followed by a recognised specialty training programme in Gastroenterology. Arab Board, Saudi Board, Jordanian Board, Egyptian Board, UK CCT, European Board, American Board, or an equivalent recognised qualification in Gastroenterology. Eligibility for or possession of a Department of Health (DOH) licence as a Specialist Gastroenterologist in Abu Dhabi. Minimum of 3-5 years of post-specialty experience as a Gastroenterologist in a reputable hospital or healthcare institution. Demonstrated experience in performing diagnostic and therapeutic upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures. Strong clinical expertise in the management of gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and biliary disorders. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient counselling skills. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. Proficiency in electronic medical records systems and clinical documentation. Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and continuous professional development.

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal, hepatic, pancreatic, and biliary diseases. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including detailed medical histories, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic investigations. Perform diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, including upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and colonoscopy. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on current clinical guidelines and best practices. Manage patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings, ensuring continuity of care throughout the treatment journey. Assess and manage common gastrointestinal conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver disorders, and colorectal diseases. Provide preventive care and patient education regarding gastrointestinal health, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and disease prevention. Collaborate closely with surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated patient care. Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programmes, and continuing medical education activities. Support the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical pathways and protocols. Adhere to all hospital policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.