Job Type: Full-time

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 614,000 - 893,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and Relocation assistance

Annual flight allowance

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave

CME support

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks an experienced Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery in Dubai to deliver advanced diagnostic, surgical, and emergency ENT care. The role involves collaborating with oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists, and participating in tumor boards, teaching, and clinical governance.

A minimum of 5 years as a consultant, and specialist ENT credentials are required. The position offers a tax-free salary in a modern healthcare environment with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Medical degree in ENT with specialist training in Otolaryngology.
• Minimum 5 years of consultant-level experience in ENT Head and Neck.
• Board certification or equivalent; UK/US/Australian equivalents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage broad ENT disorders in adults and complex head and neck cases.
• Provide outpatient, inpatient, operative, and emergency ENT care.
• Lead multidisciplinary tumor boards and coordinate with oncology teams.
• Perform advanced procedures involving thyroid, salivary glands, and airway.
• Mentor residents and contribute to teaching, audits, and protocol development.

Skills

Otolaryngology

Head and neck surgery

ENT surgery

Head and neck oncology

Thyroid surgery

Airway management

Emergency ENT care

Education

MBBS/MD

Specialist ENT training

Board certification/CCT

Job description

Job Snapshot

Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery Job Snapshot Role: Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Experience: Minimum 5 years of consultant-level experience Job Type: Full-time Position Overview The Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery in Dubai, United Arab Emirates will provide advanced diagnostic, medical, and surgical care for patients with disorders affecting the ear, nose, throat, airway, thyroid, salivary glands, and head and neck region. The selected consultant will support a leading healthcare organization in Saudi Arabia while managing complex ENT conditions, head and neck tumors, voice disorders, swallowing disorders, and emergency otolaryngology cases.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Salary: 55000-80000 monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Preferred Location: Any Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview

The Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery will deliver comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, operative, and emergency otolaryngology services within a modern healthcare environment in Saudi Arabia. The role requires advanced surgical expertise, strong clinical judgment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and the ability to manage both routine and highly complex head and neck conditions. The consultant will work closely with oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, anesthesiologists, speech therapists, audiologists, and other specialists. The position also includes participation in tumor boards, clinical governance, teaching, research, quality improvement, and departmental development.

What You 'll Do

• Diagnose and manage a broad range of ear, nose, throat, airway, and head and neck disorders.
• Provide consultant-level care in outpatient clinics, inpatient units, operating theatres, and emergency settings.
• Perform advanced surgical procedures involving the ear, nose, throat, thyroid, salivary glands, and head and neck region.
• Evaluate and treat benign and malignant head and neck tumors.
• Manage patients with airway obstruction, voice disorders, swallowing difficulties, neck masses, and complex ENT conditions.
• Conduct flexible and rigid endoscopic examinations for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
• Interpret audiology results, imaging studies, pathology findings, and other specialized investigations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, diagnostic results, patient needs, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Perform preoperative assessment, operative planning, intraoperative management, and postoperative follow-up.
• Manage surgical complications, airway emergencies, bleeding, infections, and other urgent ENT presentations.
• Provide emergency ENT consultation and on-call coverage when required.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and complex case conferences.
• Collaborate with medical and radiation oncologists in the management of head and neck cancers.
• Coordinate care with radiologists, pathologists, speech and language therapists, dietitians, and rehabilitation professionals.
• Counsel patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical risks, expected outcomes, and recovery plans.
• Obtain informed consent and maintain clear communication throughout the patient care pathway.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, operative reports, consent records, discharge summaries, and follow-up documentation.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, surgical safety, medication management, and patient identification protocols.
• Follow hospital policies, applicable Saudi healthcare regulations, ethical standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Supervise and mentor residents, junior physicians, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical teaching, skills training, case discussions, and continuing medical education.
• Contribute to clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, incident investigations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the development and review of ENT protocols, surgical pathways, and patient-safety procedures.
• Participate in research, academic presentations, and professional publications where applicable.
• Maintain professional competence through conferences, specialist training, certification, and continuing education.

Ideal Profile

• Medical degree such as MBBS, MD, or an equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• Completed specialist training in Otolaryngology or Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery.
• Board certification, CCT, fellowship, or an equivalent recognized qualification in Otolaryngology.
• Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Head and Neck Surgery is preferred.
• Eligibility for consultant licensing and registration with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
• Minimum 5 years of experience practicing as a Consultant ENT Specialist.
• Demonstrated expertise in head and neck surgery and comprehensive ENT care.
• Strong experience managing head and neck tumors, airway disorders, salivary gland disease, thyroid conditions, and complex ENT cases.
• Proven competence in endoscopic examination, operative planning, and postoperative management.
• Western board certification such as UK CCT, FRCS, American Board, Canadian Fellowship, Australian Fellowship, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Previous experience in a tertiary-care hospital, academic medical center, or specialist surgical facility is advantageous.
• Strong surgical, clinical decision-making, leadership, and complication management skills.
• Experience participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards and oncology care pathways.
• Research, teaching, audit, or publication experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery would be an advantage.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, counseling, and multidisciplinary teamwork abilities.
• Ability to explain complex diagnoses and treatment options clearly to patients and families.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care, surgical safety, clinical governance, and evidence-based medicine.
• Ability to work effectively within a multicultural and high-acuity healthcare environment.

Skills Set

• Otolaryngology
• Head and neck surgery
• ENT surgery
• Head and neck oncology
• Thyroid surgery
• Salivary gland surgery
• Airway management
• Voice disorder management
• Swallowing disorder management
• Endoscopic examination
• Neck mass assessment
• Tumor board participation
• Emergency ENT care
• Preoperative assessment
• Postoperative management
• Surgical complication management
• Multidisciplinary oncology care
• Patient counseling
• Clinical supervision
• Medical education
• Clinical audits
• Quality improvement
• Patient safety
• SCFHS licensing

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers an experienced Consultant ENT - Head and Neck Surgery the chance to work within a modern healthcare organization in Saudi Arabia. The position provides access to advanced diagnostic and surgical technologies, complex clinical cases, multidisciplinary oncology teams, teaching responsibilities, research opportunities, and structured career development. The employment package includes a competitive tax‑free salary, housing and relocation assistance, annual flight allowance, comprehensive medical insurance, generous paid annual leave, continuing medical education support, professional development opportunities, and potential career advancement within a leading healthcare organization.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East connects qualified consultants and specialist physicians with healthcare opportunities across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and the wider Middle East. The company works with established hospitals and tertiary-care organizations to recruit experienced medical professionals who can strengthen surgical services, improve patient outcomes, and deliver safe, evidence‑based clinical care.