Resident Medical Officer – General Surgery

The Resident Medical Officer - General Surgery supports consultants, specialists and treating teams in delivering safe care to surgical patients. The position evaluates patients, records medical histories and examination findings, participates in ward rounds, responds to clinical complaints and follows the agreed management plan. Accurate electronic documentation, communication with the multidisciplinary team and organised handovers are essential to continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Interview and assess patients, obtain medical and medication histories, perform appropriate examinations and document findings.
• Conduct daily rounds for assigned inpatients and record progress, clinical assessment and the plan of care.
• Inform the responsible consultant or attending physician about changes in condition and discuss further investigations or management.
• Respond to patient complaints during duty hours and assist with evaluation and treatment in coordination with the relevant specialist.
• Coordinate care with nurses, dietitians, radiology, laboratory, social services and insurance-related clinical teams.
• Complete discharge summaries, transfer documentation and shift handovers, and participate in quality, safety and departmental activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Medicine and Surgery or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• MD in General Surgery is an advantage.
• Recent three to five years of experience in a busy hospital and surgical setting.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic medical records and follow hospital clinical policies and assigned privileges.

Skills and Working Approach

Candidates should show sound clinical observation, professional communication, reliable documentation and the ability to recognise when senior medical review is needed. Collaboration, patient confidentiality and a careful approach to diagnostic justification are important to patient safety.

Employment Details

Contract-based hospital role in Dubai. Duty schedules may include on-call coverage and inpatient rounds, with practice conducted under the appropriate supervision and in accordance with facility policies.