Consultant Specialist Clinical Pathologist

Required Skills

Requires a minimum of 3+ years post specialist/board certification in Clinical Pathology. Candidates must have recognized qualifications such as American Board of Pathology, UK CCT/FRCPath, European Board Certification, Royal College Certification (Canada), Australian Fellowship, Arab Board, MD Pathology, DNB, or FCPS. Eligibility for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) license conversion is required, with full support provided.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Dubai, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Healthcare Company Industry Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Services Overview A leading multispecialty hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its laboratory medicine and diagnostic services and is inviting applications from experienced consultant/specialist clinical pathologists to join its multidisciplinary clinical team. This opportunity offers a high-impact leadership role in a modern, internationally accredited laboratory environment, supporting advanced diagnostics, clinical decision-making, and patient safety across a diverse patient population. The position is ideal for internationally trained specialists seeking tax-free income, advanced infrastructure, and career progression in the UAE healthcare system. Role overview Position: Consultant/specialist clinical pathologist Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Hospital type: Private/government/multispecialty/tertiary care (JCI-aligned) Experience required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist/board certification Clinical scope: Laboratory medicine, diagnostic pathology, quality assurance, and clinical consultation The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring diagnostic accuracy, and supporting clinicians through high-quality laboratory insights. Requirements Eligibility & board recognition We welcome applications from internationally trained clinical pathologists with recognised qualifications such as: American Board of Pathology (Clinical Pathology) UK CCT / FRCPath European Board Certification Royal College Certification (Canada) Australian Fellowship Arab Board MD Pathology / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification Candidates should be eligible for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) / Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) license conversion (full support provided). Key responsibilities Oversee and manage clinical laboratory services including hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, and immunology Ensure accuracy, reliability, and timely reporting of diagnostic test results Interpret laboratory findings and provide clinical consultation to physicians Implement and monitor quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) programs Ensure compliance with international accreditation standards (JCI, CAP, ISO) Supervise laboratory staff, including technologists and technicians Participate in infection control, transfusion medicine, and clinical governance programs Drive continuous improvement initiatives and laboratory efficiency Maintain compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and laboratory standards Benefits Compensation & benefits Competitive tax-free salary package Performance-based incentives Housing allowance or accommodation support Comprehensive family medical insurance Annual return air tickets Professional indemnity coverage Continuing medical education (CME) support Licensing & relocation support Structured DHA / DOH license conversion assistance DataFlow and credential verification support Visa processing and onboarding assistance Relocation support for physician and family A dedicated onboarding framework ensures a smooth transition into UAE clinical practice. Apply Now