Requirements
Physicians must hold recognized specialist qualifications in Pulmonary Medicine or Respiratory Medicine, with a minimum of 3 years of post-specialist or board certification experience. Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH/DHA/MOH licensing.
Description
A leading multispecialty hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonary Care services and is seeking a qualified Consultant / Specialist Pulmonologist to join its multidisciplinary clinical team. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases within a modern hospital environment supported by advanced pulmonary diagnostics, imaging services, and critical care facilities.This position offers the opportunity to work within an integrated respiratory care program managing a wide range of lung conditions, including asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, sleep-related breathing disorders, and complex pulmonary infections, while collaborating closely with critical care physicians, thoracic surgeons, and internal medicine specialists.Role Overview• Position: Consultant / Specialist Pulmonologist• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates• Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty hospital with respiratory medicine and critical care services• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification• Practice Model: Combination of outpatient respiratory clinics, inpatient consultations, and pulmonary diagnostic proceduresThe successful candidate will diagnose and manage respiratory and pulmonary disorders, ensuring evidence-based treatment and long-term disease management for patients with both acute and chronic lung conditions.Key Responsibilities – Pulmonology• Diagnose and manage respiratory diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and bronchitis• Evaluate and treat complex pulmonary conditions, such as interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension• Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests (PFTs), spirometry, and other respiratory diagnostic investigations• Conduct bronchoscopy and related pulmonary procedures where clinically indicated• Manage sleep-related breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, and coordinate sleep study evaluations• Provide inpatient consultations for patients with acute respiratory failure and severe pulmonary infections• Collaborate with critical care teams in the management of ventilated or critically ill respiratory patients• Develop personalised treatment plans and long-term disease management strategies for chronic lung conditions• Provide patient education on smoking cessation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and preventive respiratory care• Coordinate care with thoracic surgeons, infectious disease specialists, and internal medicine physicians when advanced treatment is required• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic medical records in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards• Participate in clinical audits, respiratory care programs, and quality improvement initiatives• Ensure adherence to international respiratory medicine guidelines and UAE healthcare regulationsQualifications & Board RecognitionApplications are welcome from physicians holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:• American Board of Internal Medicine – Pulmonary Medicine• UK CCT / MRCP / FRCP with Respiratory Medicine training• European Board Certification in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine• Royal College Certification (Canada)• Australian Fellowship (FRACP – Respiratory Medicine)• Arab Board in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine• DM / DNB / MD/ FCPS Pulmonology or equivalent recognised specialist qualificationCandidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.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) supportLicensing & Relocation SupportFull assistance will be provided for:• DOH / DHA license conversion guidance• Credential verification and documentation support• Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE• Hospital onboarding and professional integration support