Consultant Otolaryngology

SEHA - Abu Dhabi Health Services Co.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

SEHA - Abu Dhabi Health Services Co. in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Consultant ENT Surgeon to deliver expert-level diagnosis, medical treatment, and advanced surgical management for both adult and pediatric patients.

Lead multidisciplinary care, supervise junior doctors, ensure high-quality patient outcomes, and comply with SEHA and DOH standards for safety, ethics, and documentation. The role requires board certification, a strong ENT residency, and DOH licensure, with a track record in

Qualifications

• Must hold Medical Degree from an accredited institution.
• Residency in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery from a recognized program.
• Board Certification in ENT / Otolaryngology or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of ENT disorders.
• Perform outpatient assessments and ENT surgical procedures.
• Lead operative and perioperative care for ENT patients; ensure recovery and manage complications.
• Collaborate with audiology, speech therapy, oncology, pediatrics, and internal medicine.

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Otolaryngology Residency

ENT Board Certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

To provide expert-level diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgical management of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck in both adult and pediatric populations. The Consultant ENT will ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes in line with SEHA's mission and regulatory requirements.

Job Purpose

To provide expert-level diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgical management of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck in both adult and pediatric populations. The Consultant ENT will ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes in line with SEHA's mission and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of ENT disorders including hearing loss, sinusitis, nasal obstruction, tonsillitis, sleep apnea, vertigo, voice disorders, and head and neck tumors.
• Perform outpatient assessments and surgical procedures such as endoscopic sinus surgery, tonsillectomy, tympanoplasty, septoplasty, neck dissection, and microlaryngoscopy.
• Lead operative and perioperative care for ENT patients, ensuring optimal recovery and complication management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including audiology, speech therapy, oncology, pediatrics, and internal medicine for holistic patient care.
• Supervise junior doctors, residents, and surgical staff; contribute to training and continuing education programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of clinical notes, surgical procedures, and follow-up plans using SEHA’s electronic health record systems.
• Participate in clinical audits, research, morbidity and mortality reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to SEHA and DOH standards for infection control, patient safety, ethics, and informed consent practices.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Residency in Otolaryngology / Head & Neck Surgery from a recognized training program.
• Board Certification in ENT / Otolaryngology (e.g., American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, or equivalent).
• Valid DOH Consultant License in Otolaryngology or eligibility to obtain it.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of post-certification experience as a Consultant ENT Surgeon.
• Experience in both adult and pediatric ENT is highly desirable.