Consultant/ Specialist Vascular Surgeon

The Consultant or Specialist Vascular Surgeon diagnoses and manages diseases affecting the arterial, venous, and lymphatic systems. The position includes comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, vascular surgical care, and endovascular procedures within the practitioner’s approved scope. The physician is expected to prioritise patient safety, explain treatment options, coordinate with relevant specialties, and monitor outcomes through pre-operative and post-operative care. Clinical decisions must align with current evidence, hospital policies, and applicable Abu Dhabi healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients with suspected or confirmed vascular conditions using history, examination, imaging, and other appropriate investigations.
• Develop treatment plans that consider clinical urgency, patient needs, available options, and the risks and benefits of intervention.
• Perform vascular surgical and endovascular procedures appropriate to the clinician’s licence, privileges, and demonstrated competence.
• Provide perioperative assessment, postoperative monitoring, complication management, and clear follow-up instructions.
• Coordinate care with anaesthesia, radiology, emergency medicine, nursing, and other specialties involved in vascular treatment.

Requirements

• Hold an MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree from a recognised institution.
• Have a recognised postgraduate qualification in vascular surgery appropriate to the Consultant or Specialist category.
• Hold a valid DOH licence or be eligible for the applicable Abu Dhabi licensing category.
• Demonstrate clinical experience managing vascular disease and performing relevant procedures within the approved scope.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent clinical judgement, procedural competence, and decision-making in complex or urgent situations.
• Strong communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and follow informed-consent and patient-safety procedures.
• Commitment to ethical medical practice, quality improvement, and continuing professional development.

Employment Details

This is a full-time clinical opportunity in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate must practise within authorised privileges, maintain professional confidentiality, and contribute to consistent, high-quality patient care across the vascular service.