Consultant Clinical Psychologist (Oncology Experience) - Dubai

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist with oncology experience to deliver psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions for oncology patients in Dubai. The role emphasizes cancer diagnosis and treatment contexts and requires collaboration with medical teams.

You will conduct assessments, provide individual and family counselling, manage distress, and contribute to survivorship care.

Qualifications

• Must hold DHA license or eligibility to practice in Dubai.
• Oncology/psycho-oncology experience preferred.
• Experience with evidence-based assessment and therapy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations.
• Provide individual and family counselling and psychotherapy.
• Collaborate with oncologists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and document securely.
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals when needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Psychotherapy

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Education

Clinical psychology degree

DHA license eligibility

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist with oncology experience to provide specialized psychological assessment, diagnosis, and evidence-based interventions for patients, particularly those undergoing cancer diagnosis and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and clinical evaluations.
• Provide individual and family psychological counselling and psychotherapy.
• Support oncology patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship.
• Assess and manage anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and treatment-related psychological distress.
• Provide psychological support for patients and families coping with chronic or life-threatening illness.
• Collaborate closely with oncologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Develop individualized treatment and psychological care plans.
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation.
• Provide crisis intervention and appropriate referrals when required.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and contribute to patient-centered care.
  
  

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a relevant discipline.
• Valid professional license/eligibility to practice in Dubai/UAE (DHA).
• Proven clinical experience as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Previous oncology/psycho-oncology experience is required or highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based psychological assessment and therapeutic approaches.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  
  

Preferred Expertise

Psycho-oncology, cancer-related psychological distress, grief and bereavement, anxiety and depression, adjustment disorders, family counselling, and supportive psychotherapy.