Consultant Oncology & Hematology

Astra ProMed; Dubai; On-site; AED 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Annual paid leave

Licensing assistance

Professional development and CME

Job summary

Astra ProMed in Dubai seeks an experienced Consultant in Oncology & Hematology to lead diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care for patients with solid tumors and hematologic conditions. The role requires advanced expertise and a strong commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered cancer care.

The successful candidate will prescribe systemic therapies, supervise care teams, and participate in multidisciplinary boards while ensuring quality, safety, and clinical governance across the facility.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree required.
• Postgraduate qualification in Medical Oncology and Hematology or equivalent.
• Board certification or equivalent consultant qualification.
• Fellowship or subspecialty training in Medical Oncology/Hematology desirable.
• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant post-specialization experience in oncology and hematology.
• Eligible for DHA Consultant classification/license in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of oncological and hematological patients.
• Diagnose and manage solid tumors (breast, lung, GI, GU, etc.) within scope of expertise.
• Evaluate and manage hematological malignancies (leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, MDS).
• Diagnose and treat benign hematological conditions (anemia, thrombocytopenia, coagulation disorders).
• Develop individualized cancer treatment plans based on clinical evaluation, histopathology, molecular testing, imaging, and labs.
• Prescribe and supervise chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and other systemic treatments.
• Monitor treatment response and manage complications and toxicities.
• Coordinate HSCT/BMT referrals and transplant-related care as appropriate.
• Participate in tumor boards and collaborate with surgical, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and specialists.
• Provide survivorship care and appropriate disease surveillance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education/mentoring

CME/Research

Clinical governance

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Postgraduate qualification in Medical Oncology and Hematology

Board certification or equivalent consultant qualification

Fellowship/advanced subspecialty in Medical Oncology/Hematology

Job description

We're Hiring | Consultant Oncology & Hematology

Location: Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Consultant Oncology & Hematology to join a leading healthcare facility in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of solid tumors, hematological malignancies, and complex blood disorders, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based treatment, and comprehensive patient-centered cancer care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of patients with oncological and hematological conditions
• Diagnose and manage solid tumors, including breast, lung, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and other cancers within the scope of expertise
• Evaluate and manage hematological malignancies, including leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and myelodysplastic syndromes
• Diagnose and treat benign hematological conditions, including anemia, thrombocytopenia, coagulation disorders, and thrombotic conditions
• Develop individualized cancer treatment plans based on clinical evaluation, histopathology, molecular testing, imaging, and relevant laboratory investigations
• Prescribe and supervise chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, and other systemic anticancer treatments within the authorized scope of practice
• Monitor treatment response, disease progression, medication safety, and therapy-related complications
• Manage oncological and hematological emergencies, including febrile neutropenia, tumor lysis syndrome, severe cytopenias, and treatment-related toxicities
• Interpret relevant investigations, including blood counts, peripheral blood films, bone marrow studies, pathology reports, molecular diagnostics, and imaging
• Perform or supervise bone marrow aspiration and biopsy where appropriately trained and authorized
• Coordinate supportive care, transfusion therapy, infection prevention, and symptom management for patients undergoing cancer treatment
• Assess patients for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT/BMT) and coordinate referrals or transplant-related care where appropriate
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborate with surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, and other specialists
• Provide long-term follow-up, survivorship care, and appropriate screening for disease recurrence
• Collaborate with palliative care specialists to support symptom control and quality of life
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, medication safety, and follow-up care
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and patient-safety standards
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, clinical trials, and CME activities

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Medical Oncology and Hematology, or an equivalent recognized combined specialty training pathway
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant qualification
• Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Medical Oncology / Hematology-Oncology is highly desirable
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant post-specialization experience, including substantial clinical experience in oncology and hematology
• Strong expertise in managing solid tumors, hematological malignancies, and complex blood disorders
• Demonstrated competence in systemic anticancer therapies, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted treatments
• Experience managing complex cancer cases and treatment-related complications
• Eligible for DHA Consultant classification/license in Dubai, with the appropriate specialty classification and clinical privileges for the proposed oncology and hematology duties, subject to regulatory assessment
• Excellent clinical judgment, leadership, communication, and multidisciplinary patient-management skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
• Medical insurance
• Annual paid leave and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and facility policy
• Professional development and CME opportunities
• Modern oncology and hematology facilities with multidisciplinary cancer care services
• Collaborative healthcare environment with access to advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates