Bahrain
Jobs for Physicians and Dentists and Recruitment Services for Hospitals, Practices and Clinics
Explore Medical and Dental Careers in Bahrain with Odyssey Recruitment
Are you a doctor or dentist looking to advance your career in an exciting and fast-growing healthcare market? Or a healthcare organization in Bahrain seeking to attract top-tier medical talent? At Odyssey Recruitment, we specialise in connecting skilled medical professionals with rewarding opportunities across Bahrain’s healthcare sector.
Why Work in Bahrain?
Bahrain is a prime destination for medical and dental professionals, offering a dynamic healthcare environment and an exceptional quality of life. Here is why Bahrain could be the perfect place for your next career step:
- Modern Healthcare System: Bahrain’s hospitals and clinics are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, blending international standards with cultural sensitivity.
- Diverse Opportunities: Positions are available for general practitioners, family physicians, and specialists across various disciplines.
- Attractive Compensation: Choose from salary-based or fee-for-service payment models, offering competitive earnings.
- Tax-Free Income: Enjoy the financial benefits of working in Bahrain, with no personal income tax.
- Work-Life Balance: Relocate to a vibrant, welcoming community with a warm climate and rich cultural heritage.
Opportunities for Doctors and Dentists in Bahrain
For Doctors
- General Practitioners/Family Physicians: High demand for primary care physicians in both urban and rural settings.
- Specialist Doctors: Opportunities in fields such as cardiology, orthopedics, dermatology, pediatrics, and more.
For Dentists
- Roles in private dental clinics and public health services.
- Demand for specialists in orthodontics, periodontics, oral surgery, and cosmetic dentistry.
Contract Types
- Locum Contracts: Flexible short-term roles to gain international experience.
- Permanent Contracts: Long-term positions offering career stability and growth.
Healthcare Organisations: Find the Right Talent
As Bahrain’s healthcare sector expands, the demand for skilled medical and dental professionals is rising. Odyssey Recruitment provides tailored recruitment solutions to help you find the best candidates:
- Extensive Candidate Pool: Access our global network of qualified doctors and dentists eager to work in Bahrain.
- Custom Recruitment Strategies: From locum placements to permanent hires, we create strategies to meet your unique needs.
- End-to-End Support: We manage every aspect of the recruitment process, from sourcing talent to onboarding new team members.
Licensing and Work Permits in Bahrain
To practice in Bahrain, medical and dental professionals must obtain the appropriate licenses and work permits.
Licensing Requirements
- For Doctors: Registration with the National Health Regulatory Authority (NHRA) is required.
- For Dentists: Certification by the NHRA Dental Board.
- Proof of qualifications, professional experience, and good standing from your current regulatory authority is necessary.
Work Permit Sponsorship
- Employers typically sponsor work permits, making it easier for international candidates to transition to Bahrain.
- Our team guides you through the documentation and application process for a smooth relocation experience.
Relocation Support and Benefits
Moving to Bahrain is made easier by the support many employers provide, including:
- Work Permit Sponsorship: Comprehensive support for visa and work permit applications.
- Relocation Costs: Financial assistance for travel and settling in Bahrain.
- Family-Friendly Packages: Help with housing, schooling, and spousal employment opportunities.
How We Support You
For Doctors and Dentists
- Explore Opportunities: Access a wide range of locum and permanent roles in Bahrain.
- Guided Application Process: Benefit from expert advice on licensing, CV preparation, and interviews.
- Relocation Assistance: From visa applications to settling into your new role, we support you every step of the way.
For Employers
- Define Your Needs: Share your staffing requirements, and we will develop a tailored recruitment plan.
- Identify Top Talent: We screen and present only the most qualified candidates for your review.
- Onboarding and Integration: Ensure a smooth transition for new hires with our comprehensive support services.
Living and Working in Bahrain
Bahrain offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and cultural richness:
- Lifestyle: Enjoy a relaxed yet cosmopolitan lifestyle in one of the Middle East’s most open and welcoming countries.
- Culture: Experience Bahrain’s rich history, vibrant arts scene, and culinary delights.
- Leisure: From watersports to exploring UNESCO World Heritage sites, Bahrain offers endless recreational activities.
Get Started Today
Whether you are looking to advance your career in Bahrain or recruit skilled professionals for your organization, Odyssey Recruitment is your trusted partner.
- For Professionals: Register your CV or browse current opportunities.
- For Employers: Contact us to discuss how we can assist with your recruitment needs or submit a job brief for a position you would like to fill.
Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Bahrain—where opportunity meets excellence.
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The third smallest Asian nation after the Maldives and Singapore, Bahrain is like an oyster. It has a rough exterior that takes some prising open, but it's worth the effort.
An Overview
The
Kingdom of Bahrain is an island nation in the Persian Gulf comprising a small archipelago made up of 70 natural islands and an additional 33 artificial islands, centred around Bahrain Island which makes up around 83 percent of the country's landmass.
Situated between the Qatari peninsula and the north eastern coast of Saudi Arabia to which it is connected by the 25-kilometre (16 m) King Fahd Causeway, Bahrain is the storied location of the ancient Dilmun empire and home to the epicentre of the Gulf's pearling past.
Boasting its own Formula 1 Grand Prix, a growing art and foodie scene heavily influenced by Manama's huge expat population, and a wealth of activities enjoyed on the azure waters surrounding this collection of islands, Bahrain will appeal to expatriates who seek an unpretentious, yet confident country bearing all the hallmarks of a modern, wealthy Gulf nation.
Economy
A high income country with a strong financial centre and the second-highest-valued currency unit in the world, the economy of Bahrain is heavily dependent upon oil and gas.
Since the late 20th century, Bahrain has extensively invested in the banking and tourism sectors and the capital city Manama is home to many large financial organisations.
Bahrain's banking and financial services sector, particularly Islamic banking, have benefited from the regional boom driven by demand for oil.
Petroleum is Bahrain's most exported product, aluminium its close second followed by finance and construction materials.
Bahraini Medical Sector
Bahrain has a universal health care system, dating back to 1960 in which Government-provided health care is free to Bahraini citizens and subsidized for non-Bahrainis.
Unlike the neighbouring Gulf states, Bahraini physicians and nurses form a majority of the country's workforce in the health sector.
Public Hospitals
Salmaniya Medical Complex
A multi-specialty healthcare facility that provides healthcare to all citizens and residents of Bahrain, inaugurated in several phases since 1959 until it was officially operated as a medical complex in 1978.
Bahrain Defence Force Royal Medical Services
Inaugurated in 1968, is one of the most important integrated medical buildings in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The hospital received a healthcare accreditation from the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards (ACHS) in 2007. It has also succeeded in achieving far-reaching excellence in all of its departments.
King Hamad University Hospital
Inaugurated in February 2012, this hospital, expertly managed by Saudi Arabia's Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Group, is a qualitative leap forward for health services and medical education in Bahrain.
Bahraini Culture
Bahrain's strong cultural, religious, and ethnic identity, like that of its neighbouring countries, is largely based around its Islamic heritage, and displayed with pride through its architecture, mosques, and communal entertainment locations, the ubiquitous souks and cafés.
The local population is very welcoming to its large expatriate population and its ensuing cosmopolitan cultural influence, evident from the Catholic and Orthodox churches, Hindu temples, and even a Jewish synagogue.
While the traditional pastimes of falconry, horse riding, hunting, horse and camel racing and poetry are still widely enjoyed, soccer and international travel have gained popularity and the annual grand prix is a star attraction.
Most Bahrainis still wear the traditional dress of a thobe, or white robe, for men, and black abayas for women, which are both cool and comfortable.
There is no dress code for expatriates, but clothing must be modest with shoulders and knees covered.
Working in Bahrain
Bahrain has attracted expatriate professionals for decades with its safe environment and tax free remuneration packages.