Private Consultant Physician (Internal Medicine) | Royal Household Medical Team | Abu Dhabi

Job Description

Permanent full-time appointment for a Western-trained Consultant Physician in Internal Medicine joining a Royal Household medical structure in Abu Dhabi.

This role is not hospital-based in the traditional sense. It is embedded within a private, protocol-driven healthcare environment responsible for the ongoing medical governance of a high-profile family unit.

You will be responsible for longitudinal internal medicine oversight, complex diagnostics coordination, chronic disease management, and escalation to tertiary care when required. The role requires close collaboration with a small, highly discreet multidisciplinary team including executive GPs, emergency cover physicians, and external specialist consultants across Europe and the US.

Clinical work is predominantly preventive and anticipatory, with a strong emphasis on early detection, risk stratification, and continuity of care across multiple residences and international travel contexts.

This is a low-visibility, high-accountability position where clinical judgement, discretion, and stability of decision-making are critical.

Requirements

• Recognised medical degree from UK, Ireland, EU, USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand
  
• Board certification / CCT or equivalent in Internal Medicine or General Internal Medicine
  
• Minimum 8–12 years post-specialisation experience
  
• Prior experience in private medicine, VIP care, executive health, or high-complexity outpatient/internal medicine
  
• Strong diagnostic reasoning and ability to manage multi-system chronic conditions
  
• Fluent English essential
  
• High discretion and ability to operate in confidential environments
  
• Willingness to be based in or relocate to the UAE
  

Benefits

• £260,000 – £320,000 GBP equivalent tax-free package
  
• Fully private accommodation in Abu Dhabi
  
• Comprehensive medical insurance (global coverage)
  
• Annual flights and relocation support
  
• Full visa sponsorship for physician and dependents
  
• 30 days annual leave + structured rotation schedule
  
• Access to international referral network (Europe & US tertiary centres)
  

Requirements
Recognised medical degree from UK, Ireland, EU, USA, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand Board certification / CCT or equivalent in Internal Medicine or General Internal Medicine Minimum 8–12 years post-specialisation experience Prior experience in private medicine, VIP care, executive health, or high-complexity outpatient/internal medicine Strong diagnostic reasoning and ability to manage multi-system chronic conditions Fluent English essential High discretion and ability to operate in confidential environments Willingness to be based in or relocate to the UAE