Consultant/ Specialist Medical Oncologist - Dubai, UAE/ Tax Free Income
At a Glance
- Category
- 🏥 Healthcare
- Level
- Mid-Level
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Type
- Full-time
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A leading tertiary-care hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its oncology services and is seeking a qualified Medical Oncologist to join its multidisciplinary cancer care team. The position focuses on delivering comprehensive oncology care within a modern hospital environment equipped with advanced diagnostics, oncology infusion services, and integrated cancer treatment programs.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative oncology framework alongside surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and supportive care specialists to deliver evidence-based cancer treatment for a diverse international patient population.
Role Overview
- Position: Consultant / Specialist Medical Oncologist
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty tertiary-care hospital – Oncology Department
- Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification
- Practice Model: Outpatient oncology clinics, inpatient consultations, and systemic therapy management
The successful candidate will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment planning, and long-term management of patients with cancer, utilising modern systemic therapies and multidisciplinary treatment approaches to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Qualifications & Board Recognition
Applications are welcome from physicians holding recognised oncology specialist qualifications such as:
- American Board of Internal Medicine – Medical Oncology
- UK CCT / MRCP / FRCP with Medical Oncology training
- European Board Certification in Medical Oncology
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Australian Fellowship (FRACP – Medical Oncology)
- Arab Board in Medical Oncology
- DM / DNB /DrNB/ MD/FNB/ FCPS Medical Oncology or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.
Key Responsibilities – Medical Oncology
- Diagnose and manage patients with various malignancies, including solid tumors and selected hematologic cancers
- Develop and implement individualised treatment plans using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal therapy
- Administer and monitor systemic cancer treatments, ensuring safe and effective delivery of chemotherapy protocols
- Assess treatment response and adjust oncology management strategies based on patient progress and current clinical guidelines
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary oncology teams to coordinate comprehensive cancer treatment plans
- Participate in tumor board meetings and multidisciplinary case discussions to optimise patient outcomes
- Manage treatment-related toxicities and complications associated with systemic cancer therapies
- Provide counselling and education to patients and families regarding cancer diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and supportive care
- Coordinate referrals for surgical oncology, radiation therapy, palliative care, and other specialised services when required
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic medical records in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Participate in clinical audits, research activities, and quality improvement initiatives within the oncology department
- Ensure adherence to international oncology guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive tax-free physician salary
- Performance-based incentives
- Housing allowance or accommodation support
- Comprehensive family medical insurance
- Annual return flight tickets
- Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
- Continuing medical education (CME) support
Licensing & Relocation Support
Full assistance will be provided for:
- DOH / DHA license conversion guidance
- Credential verification and documentation support
- Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE
- Onboarding support within the hospital system
Requirements
- •Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification
- •Recognised oncology specialist qualifications (e.g., American Board, UK CCT/MRCP, European Board, Royal College, Arab Board, DM/DNB/MD/FCPS)
- •Eligibility for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing
Responsibilities
- •Diagnose and manage patients with various malignancies, including solid tumors and hematologic cancers
- •Develop and implement individualised treatment plans using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormonal therapy
- •Administer and monitor systemic cancer treatments and chemotherapy protocols
- •Assess treatment response and adjust oncology management strategies
- •Collaborate with multidisciplinary oncology teams to coordinate treatment plans
- •Participate in tumor board meetings and multidisciplinary case discussions
- •Manage treatment-related toxicities and complications
- •Provide counselling and education to patients and families regarding diagnosis and prognosis
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