Specialist – Adult ICU

The Specialist - Adult ICU provides evidence-based assessment and treatment for critically ill adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and advanced medical support. The role manages complex conditions, evaluates changes in patient status and coordinates treatment with nurses, respiratory therapists and other specialists. It also ensures clear clinical documentation, safe handovers and appropriate communication with patients’ families within the boundaries of patient consent and hospital policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess critically ill patients, establish diagnoses and develop individualised treatment plans based on current clinical evidence.
• Manage patients with respiratory failure, sepsis, cardiac emergencies and multi-system organ dysfunction.
• Perform or oversee procedures such as intubation, central line placement and arterial catheterisation within approved clinical privileges.
• Monitor vital signs, laboratory results and treatment response, intervening promptly when complications or deterioration occur.
• Coordinate with ICU nursing staff and multidisciplinary specialists to align treatment and arrange referrals where indicated.
• Maintain complete medical records, obtain informed consent, provide clear handovers and contribute to quality and patient-safety activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• MD in Critical Care or the recognised equivalent required for the specialist role.
• Four to six years of experience after specialisation, including the most recent three to four years in a busy private hospital setting in the UAE.
• Valid DHA licence or DHA eligibility for Specialist Critical Care.
• Current knowledge of ICU protocols, infection prevention, emergency response and safe use of critical-care interventions.

Skills and Working Approach

The role requires strong clinical judgement, crisis management, teamwork and calm decision-making in urgent situations. A compassionate, culturally sensitive approach and clear communication with colleagues and families are central to safe and coordinated care.

Employment Details

Full-time hospital position in Dubai, with inpatient coverage and clinical duties scheduled according to departmental requirements. All practice must remain within approved privileges, professional standards and applicable regulatory requirements.