Specialist Rheumatologist, HealthHub, Al Karama

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To provide high‑quality, specialist‑level rheumatology care in line with evidence‑based clinical standards, supporting the diagnosis, treatment, and long‑term management of musculoskeletal, autoimmune, and inflammatory conditions. The role delivers safe, ethical, and patient‑centred care within a busy outpatient (OPD) clinic environment in Al Karama, Dubai.

This is an outpatient‑based (OPD) rheumatology role based at our Health Hub Clinic in Al Karama, Dubai. The position is well suited to a Specialist Rheumatologist with strong outpatient experience who is comfortable managing chronic disease pathways, long‑term follow‑up, and high patient volumes in a community clinic setting. Candidates already familiar with the Al Karama catchment area or patient demographic will be well positioned, though this is not a mandatory requirement.

• Provide comprehensive specialist rheumatology care in line with best‑practice clinical guidelines and Al‑Futtaim Health Medical Staff Bylaws
• Assess, diagnose, and manage a broad range of rheumatological and musculoskeletal conditions, including inflammatory arthritis, connective tissue diseases, osteoporosis, and chronic pain conditions
• Conduct detailed outpatient consultations and manage long‑term treatment plans
• Prescribe and monitor pharmacological therapies, including DMARDs and biologics, in line with clinical protocols
• Perform joint examinations and outpatient procedures where applicable (e.g. joint injections)
• Order and interpret relevant laboratory tests and imaging investigations
• Counsel patients on diagnosis, treatment options, medication use, and lifestyle modification
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records
• Collaborate with physiotherapy, orthopaedics, primary care physicians, and other specialists to optimise patient outcomes
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental development activities
• Engage in continuing medical education and remain current with advances in rheumatology practice

• DHA‑licensed or DHA‑eligible Specialist Rheumatologist
• Strong clinical competence across general rheumatology in an OPD setting
• Comfortable managing chronic conditions and long‑term patient follow‑up
• Experience working in a busy outpatient or community clinic environment
• Excellent communication skills with patients and multidisciplinary teams
• Patient‑focused, ethical, and quality‑driven in clinical practice
• Team‑oriented, reliable, and adaptable
• Familiarity with the Al Karama area or similar high‑volume catchments is an advantage
• Arabic language skills are an advantage

• MBBS / MBChB or equivalent from an accredited institution
• Completion of a recognised specialty qualification approved by DHA, HAAD, or MOH (UAE)
• Minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience at specialist level
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Fluency in English (spoken and written);
  Arabic is an advantage
• Publications in peer‑reviewed journals are advantageous but not mandatory

• 5‑day working week
• Competitive salary with incentive structure
• Flexible engagement models (Full‑Time or CBD)
• Health insurance, life assurance, and generous leave
• Strong referral base and multidisciplinary clinical…