General Practitioner – Telemedicine (PURA)

The General Practitioner provides primary medical care through telemedicine services, assessing common illnesses and injuries and guiding patients on suitable next steps. Working within the clinical oversight structure, the doctor supports evidence-based decisions, safe prescribing and timely escalation when an in-person examination or specialist input is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct remote consultations, collect relevant medical histories and assess symptoms using structured clinical judgement.
• Diagnose and manage appropriate common conditions, while identifying red flags that require urgent or in-person assessment.
• Recommend treatment, medication or lifestyle adjustments within professional scope and applicable clinical guidance.
• Explain care plans, medication instructions, preventive measures and follow-up requirements in clear language.
• Refer patients to consultants, specialists, emergency services or physical clinics when clinical needs exceed telemedicine scope.
• Record consultations accurately, protect patient information and follow the organisation’s clinical and administrative procedures.
• Participate in quality, peer-review and performance activities, and support additional clinical or administrative duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A recognised medical degree and current eligibility to practise as a General Practitioner in Abu Dhabi are expected.
• Relevant general medical or primary-care experience is required, subject to applicable licensing criteria.
• Candidates must maintain valid professional registration and meet continuing education requirements.
• Experience with virtual consultation platforms and remote patient assessment is valuable.
• Applicants should be able to recognise clinical risk and know when to escalate care.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Compassionate communication and active listening during remote consultations.
• Sound clinical judgement, safe decision-making and clear documentation.
• Comfort using digital systems while maintaining privacy.
• Ability to work within clinical protocols and a multidisciplinary care model.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.