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Addiction Medicine Physician

Upcoming project
8 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Specialist

Setting: Premium Residential Addiction & Mental Health Hospital

Reports To: Medical Director / Clinical Director


Role Overview

We are seeking a Consultant/Specialist Addiction Medicine Physician (Non-Psychiatrist) to lead medical detoxification and withdrawal management for inpatient addiction treatment. The role works closely with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based care.


Key Responsibilities


Lead inpatient detox and withdrawal management


Manage medical complications (DTs, seizures, overdose, hepatic issues)


Prescribe and oversee MAT (methadone, buprenorphine, naltrexone, Suboxone)


Act as primary attending physician during inpatient stay


Collaborate with psychiatrists and clinical teams


Support clinical protocols, governance, and physician mentoring


Mandatory Requirements

MD / MBBS / DO

Formal training or board certification in Addiction Medicine

Hospital-based detox / inpatient addiction experience

Background in Internal Medicine / Family Medicine / Emergency Medicine (not Psychiatry)

Experience in recognized addiction treatment institutions

Fluent English