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Zulekha Hospital

A family-founded private hospital group serving Sharjah and Dubai for over three decades

325

Beds

4

Departments

1

Accreditations

1992

Founded

Overview of Zulekha Hospital

Zulekha Hospital is a 325-bed private hospital in Sharjah, founded in 1992 by Dr. Zulekha Daud — one of the first female doctors to establish a hospital in the UAE. The hospital has grown into a respected multispecialty institution and also operates a branch in Dubai, making it one of the few private groups with a presence in both emirates.

The hospital is JCI accredited and provides care across general medicine, surgery, obstetrics, paediatrics, cardiology, and orthopaedics. It is known for combining quality healthcare with accessible pricing, serving a broad community of residents across Sharjah and the Northern Emirates.

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

Operator

Zulekha Healthcare Group

Founded

1992

Country

UAE Guide

Departments at Zulekha Hospital

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

Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Provides diagnostic, interventional, and surgical cardiac services with a catheterisation lab and dedicated cardiac recovery unit.

Coronary angiography and angioplastyOpen-heart surgeryEchocardiographyHolter and stress testingPacemaker implantation

Orthopaedics

Offers joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma management, and spine surgery with experienced surgeons and physiotherapy support.

Total knee and hip replacementArthroscopic surgerySpine surgeryFracture fixationPhysiotherapy rehabilitation

Obstetrics & Gynaecology

A well-established maternity department with antenatal, delivery, and postnatal services, along with gynaecological surgery and fertility consultations.

Normal and caesarean deliveryHigh-risk pregnancyGynaecological laparoscopyFertility assessmentWell-woman screening

Emergency Department

A 24/7 emergency facility handling medical, surgical, and paediatric emergencies with rapid triage and stabilisation capabilities.

Trauma stabilisationCardiac emergenciesPaediatric emergencyAcute medical careMinor procedures

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 (since 2012)

Awards

  • Dubai Quality Award
  • Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award

Key Leadership

Dr. Zulekha Daud

Founder & Chairperson

MBBS

Careers at Zulekha Hospital (2026)

Zulekha Hospital offers a stable private-sector work environment with a family-oriented organisational culture. The group's dual presence in Sharjah and Dubai provides internal mobility options, and the hospital invests in staff training and development.

To work at Zulekha Hospital, healthcare professionals typically need a valid UAE license from Sharjah Health Authority. Neelim's licensing service handles the entire application process, including Dataflow PSV and Prometric exam registration.

Typical Roles

Specialist DoctorRegistered NursePharmacistLab TechnicianPhysiotherapistRadiographerPatient Relations OfficerMedical Coder

Hiring Process

Apply via the Zulekha Hospital careers page or through recruitment agencies. The process involves HR screening, interview with department head, credential verification, SHA or DHA licensing depending on location, and medical fitness testing.

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

Salaries at Zulekha Hospital (2026)

Estimated monthly salary ranges by profession. All salaries in UAE 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.

Licensing Requirements for Zulekha Hospital

To practise at Zulekha Hospital, healthcare professionals need a valid license from Sharjah Health Authority. The licensing process typically involves credential verification through Dataflow PSV, passing the Prometric exam, and submitting an application to the authority.

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

How Neelim Gets You Into Zulekha Hospital

Location & Contact

Address

Al Nasserya, Sharjah

Sharjah, UAE

Phone

+971 6 565 8866

Website

https://www.zulekhahospitals.com

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Frequently Asked Questions About Zulekha Hospital

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

Zulekha Hospital was founded in 1992 by Dr. Zulekha Daud, one of the pioneering female physicians in the UAE. She established the hospital to provide accessible quality healthcare to the community.

Yes, the Zulekha Healthcare Group operates hospitals in both Sharjah and Dubai, offering internal transfer possibilities for staff.

Nurses earn between AED 7,000 and 24,000 monthly. The Sharjah branch follows SHA licensing while the Dubai branch requires DHA licensing.

Yes, Zulekha Hospital has been JCI accredited since 2012, demonstrating its commitment to international standards of healthcare quality and patient safety.

Explore Careers at Zulekha Hospital by Profession

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

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