Doctors seek job opportunities in the Gulf, due to the distinctive opportunities that hospitals and health centers offer to doctors and health personnel there, and this includes job offers with attractive salaries in addition to many other additional benefits.

In this article, we will mention to you the most important information about the job opportunities available in the Arab Gulf countries within the medical field. We will also explain to you the advantages of employment in the Gulf and the steps that you must take into consideration to obtain a job opportunity in all the Arab Gulf countries.

An enjoyable read that Afaq Medical Recruitment Agency wishes you.

Content of the article

An overview of job opportunities in the Gulf.
Job opportunities in the UAE.
Job opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
Job opportunities in Qatar.
Job opportunities in Iraq.
Medical job opportunities in Bahrain.
Medical job opportunities in Kuwait.
Medical job opportunities in the Sultanate of Oman.
Medical job opportunities in Yemen.
Employment contracts and wages in the Gulf.
Advantages of working in the Gulf.
How to recruit in the Gulf.
Recruitment steps in the Gulf.
Afaq Medical Recruitment Company.

An overview of job opportunities in the Gulf
The medical field occupies a prominent place on the government agenda within the Gulf region. The sector has witnessed the establishment of many new medical cities, which provide various health care services to citizens and residents of the Arab Gulf countries. The value of the health care sector in this region is expected to reach $60 billion. American by 2025, so the demand for doctors from all specialties and nurses to work in these health centers is increasing.

Afaq Medical Recruitment Agency provides an integrated group of professionals working in the medical field, which includes doctors, nurses, radiographers, physical therapists, pharmacists, dentists, workers in MLTS jobs abroad, and health care jobs in the Gulf countries. These cadres are distinguished by their experience, which helps them face the challenges they may encounter during their work in this field.

Through Afaq Recruitment Company, we are passionate about providing everything any client or candidate needs, and we do our best to provide the appropriate work for every doctor or worker in the medical field, and this is due to our deep understanding of our clients’ needs and commitment to providing all their requirements.

Medical job opportunities in the UAE
In the coming years, the Emirates will need many doctors and health staff, in order to meet the increasing demand for high-quality medical services, as the Director General of the Emirates Health Authority estimated in early 2017 that the Emirates will need an additional 7,323 doctors and 8,510 health sector workers over the course of the The next decade, and this indicates that the UAE is in dire need of health personnel and doctors. This is why the UAE offers multiple services, attractive benefits and lucrative salaries to Arab and foreign doctors. It also offers and contracts for the future. To obtain the best employment contracts in the UAE, contact Afaq Medical Recruitment Company via Whats App or email, to provide you with all the details about the available job opportunities in UAE.

Medical job opportunities in Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has become one of the richest countries in the region thanks to its enormous oil resources, in addition to the fact that the Kingdom has a prominent position in the Arab and Islamic world. This is due to the expansion of its geographical area, and the fact that it is the custodian of the cradle of Islam, in addition to being considered a major oil producer, and this was reflected in its expansion in all fields and sectors, including the medical one, which received great attention and noticeable expansion, which increased the need for more Arab and foreign doctors and medical personnel.

Saudi Arabia has offered attractive work contracts with high salaries to attract doctors and health personnel to it, in addition to many other benefits. Saudi Arabia has set the approximate salary for a foreign doctor between 6,900 Saudi riyals and 25,000 Saudi riyals. If the doctor has more than 10 years of experience, the salary will exceed that.
You can contact Afaq Medical Recruitment Company to obtain a job with an excellent salary and a secure work contract in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Medical job opportunities in Qatar
Qatar’s healthcare sector offers career opportunities in generally modern and well-equipped facilities, employing a diverse, multinational workforce with wages that are still tax-levy at source, but who receive many benefits that support living expenses in Qatar.

Although the Qatari government gives priority to work for Qatari citizens, there are still many opportunities available to residents of different nationalities, and there are good job opportunities for highly qualified and experienced doctors and medical staff, although their numbers are limited compared to previous decades.

Here is the approximate salary scale for doctors in Qatar, depending on the number of years of experience they have, as follows:

20,000Qatari riyals for newly graduated doctors who do not have years of experience in their field of specialization.
31,200Qatari riyals per month for doctors whose years of experience range from 5 to 10 years, as their salaries are 34% higher than doctors who do not have sufficient experience.
37,200Qatari riyals per month for doctors with 10 to 15 years of experience.
On the other hand, the salaries of dermatologists and cosmetic doctors reach 50 thousand Qatari riyals.

If you want to obtain job opportunities in the Gulf, especially in Qatar, all you have to do is contact us at Afaq Medical Recruitment Agency, whether on WhatsApp or email, to provide you with all the details and information necessary for employment.

Medical job opportunities in Bahrain
Bahrain is distinguished by its advanced level in the field of health due to the remarkable achievements achieved over the past years. Health care has received great attention, because it is considered a priority within government development programs.

There are many job opportunities for healthcare professionals in the Kingdom, with high salaries and future contracts, but in order to be allowed to practice medicine in Bahrain, you need to meet the examination requirements, as you must be a graduate of one of the medical schools listed in the Ibn Sina Guide published by the World Health Organization. (WHO), or the International Medical Education Directory (IMED) of the Foundation for the Advancement of International Medical Education and Research (FAIMER) and recognized by the Ministry of Education of Bahrain in the Higher Education Council (HEC).

The salaries of doctors and health personnel in Bahrain vary based on their specialties and the type of service they provide. Approximately, a doctor receives 3,200 Bahraini dinars per month.

If you are interested in obtaining employment contracts in Bahrain within the medical field, contact us at Afaq Recruitment Company so that we can offer you many medical job opportunities in Bahrain.

Medical job opportunities in Kuwait
The State of Kuwait provides an attractive labor market for doctors residing in it, and encourages them to occupy more jobs at the top of the career ladder.

The unemployment rate in Kuwait is 3%, which is among the lowest unemployment rates in the world, which has increased the need to attract more experienced doctors, nurses and dentists to work in health centers and hospitals.

There are many jobs available in the medical field in Kuwait, especially for qualified and licensed practitioners, and in cooperation with Afaq Medical Recruitment Company, work is being done to attract doctors and medical staff with good employment contracts and high salaries, in addition to many benefits and facilities in obtaining residency and visas.

The salary received by a foreign doctor in Kuwait ranges from 1,270 dinars to a maximum of 5,600 Kuwaiti dinars per month, and this is estimated taking into account the doctor’s years of experience within his specialty.
If you are a doctor and are looking for a job opportunity with a good salary and an employment contract to secure your future, contact us at Afaq Medical Recruitment Company, and we will secure the appropriate job opportunity for your specialty with excellent conditions and high salaries.

Medical job opportunities in the Sultanate of Oman
The healthcare sector in the Sultanate of Oman has flourished significantly in recent years, as a result of the efforts made by the Omani government to continually expand infrastructure and develop healthcare services, with the aim of providing high-quality healthcare to Omani citizens and foreign residents.

Therefore, the demand for medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals, has increased tremendously.

If you are a doctor still at the beginning of your career or an experienced practitioner, Oman provides a range of job opportunities that suit your experience and interests. You can work in medical centers or specialized clinics or even conduct research in prominent institutions.
Doctors’ salaries in the Sultanate of Oman start at a minimum of 1,900 Omani Riyals per month, while the maximum reaches 8,400 Omani Rials depending on the years of experience. If you want to work in the medical field in Oman, contact us at Afaq via WhatsApp or email to obtain Special job offers.

Medical job opportunities in Yemen
The Yemeni government has taken measures to facilitate the recruitment process for foreign doctors and medical staff, and regulatory bodies, including the Ministry of Health, are keen that doctors meet all specified standards before practicing their work within the medical field in Yemen.
Yemen offers high salaries to doctors and health sector workers, along with other competitive rewards and benefits, and its health care centers provide its employees with accommodation and health insurance.
If you are a doctor or nurse and are looking for job opportunities in the Gulf in general or Yemen in particular, contact us at Afaq to offer you the best job opportunities in hospitals and health centers.

Employment contracts and wages in the Gulf
Doctors and senior healthcare professionals in the Gulf work under the following items:

Full-time contractual work for 1-4
Local work for a period ranging from a few weeks to months, which is rare and more common in the public sector.
Opportunities to visit a fee-for-service surgeon/doctor, which is common in the private sector.
Full-time employment is the most common form with the possibility of contract renewal on a case-by-case basis.
The employer must submit an employment contract that details the terms of the proposed employment, working hours, wages, and benefits, including end-of-service benefits, health insurance coverage, and contract termination procedures.
Employment contracts for consultants have family status (unless individual status is requested), which grants residency status to a spouse and children aged 18 or under, and financial benefits to the spouse and 2-3children (this depends on the employer), financial benefits are limited to international travel , and sometimes local, school fees allowance for children.
Salaries and benefits vary according to the candidate’s qualifications and experience, the employer, the size of the hospital and the medical specialty practiced. In general family medicine, internal medicine and pediatrics attract the lowest pay rates, while surgical specialties have the highest rates.

Advantages of obtaining job opportunities in the Gulf
We will mention the most important employment benefits that Afaq Medical Recruitment Company offers in the Gulf, which are as follows:

The monthly salary paid in the local currency, whether it is the riyal, dirham, or dinar.
Traveling from the point of employment and back at the end of the contract, with wife and 2-3
Medical insurance: for the employee and family (spouse and 2-3children).
Accommodation or a specific subsistence allowance: paid in local currency at an annual rate.
End of Contract Award: 2-4weeks’ salary is paid as a bonus for each full year of work.
Annual leave: Paid leave of up to 6 weeks per year, and 30 days in the private sector.
Paid public holiday leave
Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs.
Incentives: A specific percentage of the monthly or quarterly revenues achieved by a doctor or surgeon practicing in the private sector.

How is the recruitment process done in the Arabian Gulf?
Open jobs are usually announced, and thanks to Afaq Medical Recruitment Company’s extensive relationships with many hospitals and health centers that constantly announce job opportunities, Afaq communicates with the candidates registered with it, and submits a detailed CV containing personal details and academic qualifications, in addition to information About professional licensure, complete practice/employment history and summary of previous experiences within the candidate’s career. It is possible to provide additional information about academic work, conferences, etc.

Recruitment steps in the Arabian Gulf
To obtain job opportunities in the Gulf, you must take the following steps:

Applications are screened by a hiring official
Review of CV, credentials and references often with a screening interview which may be live or pre-recorded, after which the candidate will then be shortlisted to submit the CV to the employer or reject the job.

Submit the application to the employer
Submit CV to employer for evaluation for shortlisting for interview. Employer will evaluate candidate’s credentials against hospital privileges requirements.

Job interview
An interview with the employer is usually conducted via Zoom or another online platform, this may be followed by another interview which may be in person or online again.

Job offer
A formal offer of employment is made in writing detailing the job title, remuneration offered and date of acceptance, usually 7 to 10 days after the date of the offer, but candidates are usually expected to start work within 3 months of signing the offer of employment, obviously subject to licence Medical and visa applications

Work permit: Applications for a license to practice medicine in the appropriate specialty, a visa, and a work permit are made in cooperation with Afaq Medical Recruitment Company, and the license is carried out according to the following:

DataFlow: Verifying the primary source of qualifications, professional license, and employment certificates for new employers.
Prometric test: It is an accreditation report issued by the authority confirming the registration category in terms of degree and specialization.
Practice license: Issued by the Medical Commission for Health Specialties upon starting work in an accredited health care facility in the Arabian Gulf.

Visas and work permits
Upon receipt of the signed job offer from the candidate, the employer will request permission from the appropriate government agency to obtain visa authorization for the candidate and dependent family members to enter Gulf countries. This visa also allows the candidate to work in the agreed upon job and act as a sponsor for family members to assume residency in the Gulf. This procedure usually takes one week, but may take longer for private sector employers.

Afaq Medical Recruitment Company
Our website contains comprehensive details of working and living conditions in the Arab Gulf countries, Iraq and Yemen, and this includes the profile of these countries, in addition to the news section that provides you with a wide variety of information about many jobs related to travel to the Gulf.

In conclusion, if you are interested in job opportunities in the Gulf or Yemen, contact us at Afaq Medical Recruitment Company and register your CV via our email, and we will update you with the latest job opportunities within the health field in the Arab Gulf countries. You can subscribe to receive job alerts and receive regular notifications of all new jobs In your field.