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Rumailah Hospital

Qatar's largest hospital campus specialising in long-term, rehabilitative, and geriatric care

605

Beds

4

Departments

1

Accreditations

1957

Founded

Overview of Rumailah Hospital

Rumailah Hospital is one of the oldest and largest hospitals in Qatar, with 605 beds spread across a sprawling campus in central Doha. Operated by Hamad Medical Corporation, Rumailah has evolved from a general hospital into a specialised facility focused on long-term care, geriatric medicine, dermatology, and rehabilitation services.

The hospital holds JCI accreditation and houses several specialised centres, including the National Centre for Dermatology and the long-term acute care programme. Rumailah also serves as a key training site for residency and fellowship programmes in geriatrics and dermatology.

HMC employees at Rumailah enjoy the Corporation's standard tax-free benefits package, which includes base salary, housing allowance or furnished accommodation, transport allowance, annual flights, and end-of-service benefits.

Healthcare professionals interested in working at Rumailah Hospital can explore opportunities through Neelim's career placement service. We assist with licensing, Dataflow verification, and exam preparation for Qatar.

Operator

HMC

Founded

1957

Country

Qatar Guide

Departments at Rumailah Hospital

Rumailah Hospital operates 4 major departments. Each department hires healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines — from physicians and nurses to pharmacists and allied health specialists.

Geriatric Medicine

Comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services for Qatar's ageing population, including falls prevention, memory clinics, and complex care coordination.

Geriatric assessment unitMemory clinicFalls prevention programmePalliative and end-of-life care

Dermatology

Qatar's national centre for dermatological conditions, offering medical dermatology, dermatosurgery, and phototherapy services.

Phototherapy for psoriasis and eczemaDermatosurgery and Mohs surgeryPaediatric dermatologyLaser treatment centre

Rehabilitation Medicine

Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation for stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Stroke rehabilitationSpinal cord injury programmeNeuropsychological assessmentOrthopaedic rehabilitation

Long-Term Acute Care

Extended care for ventilator-dependent patients and those requiring prolonged complex medical management.

Ventilator weaning programmeTracheostomy managementChronic wound careNutritional rehabilitation

Accreditations & Awards

Accreditations like JCI demonstrate a hospital's commitment to international patient safety and quality standards — a key consideration for healthcare professionals evaluating career moves.

Accreditations

  • JCI

Careers at Rumailah Hospital (2026)

Rumailah Hospital offers unique career opportunities in geriatric medicine, long-term care, dermatology, and rehabilitation — specialties that are growing rapidly in Qatar. The hospital is well-suited for professionals seeking a less acute, more relationship-centred care environment.

To work at Rumailah Hospital, healthcare professionals typically need a valid Qatar license from Department of Healthcare Professions. Neelim's licensing service handles the entire application process, including Dataflow PSV and Prometric exam registration.

Typical Roles

Staff Nurse – Geriatric WardSpecialist DermatologistOccupational TherapistSpeech-Language PathologistClinical Pharmacist – Long-Term CareLab Technician – Histopathology

Hiring Process

Apply via HMC careers portal → screening → panel interview → QCHP credential verification → offer → Dataflow and medical check → visa and onboarding.

Neelim's career placement team can help you navigate this process and prepare for interviews.

Salaries at Rumailah Hospital (2026)

Estimated monthly salary ranges by profession. All salaries in Qatar are 100% tax-free. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and contract terms. For a personalised salary estimate, get a free assessment from Neelim.

Patient Reviews Summary

3.5/5overall rating

Strengths

  • Specialised geriatric and long-term care
  • Experienced dermatology department
  • Spacious campus with garden areas

Common Concerns

  • Older facility infrastructure
  • Navigation between buildings can be confusing

Source: Aggregated from Google Reviews

Licensing Requirements for Rumailah Hospital

To practise at Rumailah Hospital, healthcare professionals need a valid license from Department of Healthcare Professions. The licensing process typically involves credential verification through Dataflow PSV, passing the Prometric exam, and submitting an application to the authority.

Read the complete Qatar licensing guide for detailed requirements, timelines, and costs.

How Neelim Gets You Into Rumailah Hospital

Location & Contact

Address

Al Rawda Street, PO Box 3050

Doha, Qatar

Phone

+974 4439 3333

Website

https://www.hamad.qa/EN/Hospitals-and-services/Rumailah-Hospital

Planning to relocate to Doha? Neelim's relocation guidance helps with visa processing, housing, and settling in.

Frequently Asked Questions About Rumailah Hospital

Common questions about working at Rumailah Hospital. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact Neelim for personalised guidance.

Rumailah Hospital specialises in geriatric medicine, long-term acute care, dermatology, and rehabilitation services. It is no longer a general acute care hospital.

Rumailah is one of Qatar's oldest hospitals, with roots dating back to 1957. The campus has been extensively renovated and repurposed over the decades.

Entry-level physiotherapists can expect QAR 9,000-12,000 per month, with senior therapists earning up to QAR 28,000, plus standard HMC allowances.

Rumailah does not operate a full emergency department. Acute emergencies are directed to Hamad General Hospital or other HMC acute care facilities.

Yes. Rumailah supports clinical research in geriatrics, dermatology, and rehabilitation through HMC's research division, and staff can access research grants and academic appointments.

Explore Careers at Rumailah Hospital by Profession

Each healthcare profession has unique licensing requirements, salary ranges, and demand patterns in Qatar. Explore our detailed guides to understand what it takes to work at Rumailah Hospital.

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