General Practitioner - Post-natal

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Danat Al Emarat is a world-class specialty women’s and children’s hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It offers advanced medical services across specialties including Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Women’s Health. The hospital is one of the very few to encompass a dedicated Fetal Medicine Department along with a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the UAE. This has established Danat Al Emarat as a regional referral center for women with high-risk pregnancies, supported by its Level III NICU providing care for the most fragile newborns.

Danat Al Emarat Women & Children Hospital is seeking a General Practitioner - Post-natal to provide high-quality medical care to women during the post-natal period. The role focuses on clinical assessment, ongoing monitoring, early identification of post-partum complications, patient education, and coordination of care with Obstetrics & Gynaecology and other multidisciplinary teams to support safe recovery following delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical assessment and care for post-natal patients.
• Conduct routine post-delivery clinical reviews and monitor patients' recovery and overall medical condition.
• Identify, assess, and appropriately escalate post-partum complications or clinical concerns.
• Support the management of common post-natal medical conditions within the scope of practice.
• Work closely with Obstetrics & Gynaecology, nursing, midwifery, paediatrics, and other relevant clinical teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide patients with appropriate education and guidance regarding post-natal recovery, follow-up care, and warning signs requiring medical attention.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and complete clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Participate in clinical handovers and contribute to safe discharge planning.
• Adhere to patient safety, infection prevention, clinical governance, and quality standards.
• Maintain a patient-centred approach while respecting patient confidentiality, dignity, and cultural considerations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent) from a recognised medical institution.
• Eligible for or holding a valid Department of Health (DOH) Abu Dhabi licence as a General Practitioner.
• Relevant clinical experience in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, post-natal care, women’s health, or an appropriate hospital-based setting is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient-management skills.
• Ability to recognise clinical deterioration and escalate cases appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, quality of care, and professional medical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate and patient-centred approach.