Acute Internal Medicine Doctor - Relocate to the UK

Are you an experienced Doctor in acute internal medicine seeking to advance your career in the UK’s NHS and currently working at a Consultant Doctor level in your country of residence?

Doctors Gateway is recruiting Acute Medicine Consultants to relocate to the United Kingdom and join our two-year Specialist programme.

This unique, full-time programme is designed to support you in becoming a Specialist or Consultant within the NHS. You will receive structured guidance, high-quality training, and mentorship, ensuring your professional development and career progression.

To apply for this role, you must be working at a Consultant Doctor level in your country of residence.

About you

To be eligible for this position, you must:

• Hold General Medical Council (GMC) registration with a valid licence to practise
• Be a member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent
• Have at least five years of work experience in acute medicine
• Possess a valid English language proficiency certificate

Key benefits

As part of this position, you will receive a range of benefits including:

• Starting annual salary ranging from £65,000 - £79,000, depending on experience and grade
• A two-year contract at an NHS hospital in acute medicine
• Visa and Certificate of Sponsorship
• Paid annual leave is included, along with public holidays
• Paid overtime & enrolment into NHS pension scheme

About the position

If successful, you will be hired as an Associate Specialist. This position is for Doctors with the same clinical experience as a Consultant, but who has not yet completed specialist training. This position offers flexibility, including:

• Working more regular hours compared to trainees or consultants, supporting a better work-life balance
• Gaining valuable experience to strengthen future specialty training applications
• Developing a portfolio career with diverse roles within the NHS

Programme benefits

As part of the Specialist programme, you will receive a comprehensive support package at no cost, including:

• Expert guidance to complete your Portfolio Pathway and achieve accreditation
• Mentorship from senior clinicians (if required)
• Full appraisal support to meet GMC requirements
• Assistance in securing future NHS employment

Why choose Doctors Gateway?
Doctors Gateway, part of Doctors Direct and NHS Professionals, offers four tailored pathways designed to provide Doctors, who have trained outside of the UK, of all grades with clinical opportunities within the NHS. Our programmes are inclusive, offering structured support to Doctors of refugee status (displaced talent) and those looking to transition to permanent employment in the NHS.

We accept applications year-round, so you can begin your journey at any time. Click ‘Apply’ to start your path towards a rewarding career in the NHS.

Please note: We cannot accept applications from developing countries because these do not meet current ethical recruitment standards. This list of countries is based on the World Health Organization’s (WHO) The Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

NHS Professionals Ltd and Doctors Direct are committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or offending history.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 24 months

Pay: AED293,622.16 - AED356,863.86 per year

Application Question(s):

• Are you working at a Consultant Doctor level in your country of residence?

Experience:

• medical: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• General Medical Council (GMC) registration (Required)