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THE MIDDLE EAST GULF STATES
Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait
OVERVIEW
The Gulf States have undergone a rapid transition from impoverished desert regions to affluent societies with booming economies, sustained by the discovery of oil. All states are undergoing massive infrastructure development with major expansion of their health care facilities in response to large
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PHYSICIAN OPPORTUNITIES
CONSULTANTS AND SPECIALISTS
The Gulf States offer abundant opportunities for Western Trained Consultants and Specialists in both public and private sectors. Opportunities for doctors in training are limited.
- Generous remuneration packages with tax free salaries (Citizens of USA and Canada should note that they may have to pay taxes to their respective Governments. Check at www.irs.gov/ and http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/menu-e.html). There are no income, local or state taxes.
- Free accommodation or accommodation allowances
- Medical Care
- Education Allowances for children are often offered
- Free travel
- Generous vacation leave (up to 49 days per year)
- CME allowances and leave
- End of Service bonus
- Lifestyle experience- the Gulf States offer the experience of working in countries which are in a state of rapid transition and economic development. They are dynamic, cosmopolitan and have an enticing blend of the old and the new, the East and the West. They are good bases for exploring other areas including Asia and Africa.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Western qualifications - USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Western Europe.
- Language - English proficiency required although official testing not required. Arabic helpful and essential for Psychiatrists.
United Arab Emirates
A country formed by the Union of 7 Emirates following independence from Britain in 1971, the Emirates has become the major trading centre of the Middle East with Dubai its commercial capital and the world's most rapidly growing city.The economy is based upon oil but is diversifying into trade and iconic tourism with the world’s only 7 star hotel, underwater restaurant, palm island and the indoor ski resort. The country offers a high standard of living in a cosmopolitan environment with an impressive array of shopping and leisure activities and a reasonable amount of freedom.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is a desert kingdom which sits on 25% of the world’s known oil reserves and is the largest petroleum exporter. It has a burgeoning population of 27 million, and its oil revenues are financing a boom in infrastructure development including that of major hospital projects.
Political and economic liberalisation is gradually occurring with recent elections and diversification of the economy. The Kingdom offers good salaries and working conditions and well equipped hospitals.
Oman
A desert country with a population of just 3 million, Oman has stunning scenery of deserts, beaches and mountains. The economy is largely based upon oil and natural gas and the Government has embarked upon an extensive infrastructure restructuring and development project. Salaries are slightly lower in Oman than the other Gulf States but the leisurely quality of life and natural beauty of the country makes up for it. www.destinationoman.com