Radiation Oncologist

Wizejob; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Wizejob seeks a qualified Radiation Oncologist to diagnose and treat cancer using radiation therapy, surgery or medical oncology approaches as needed. The role spans radiology-informed planning and collaborative patient care within a multi-disciplinary team.

The candidate should hold a specialization in Radiation Oncology, complete a 3-year residency, and have up to 5 years of experience in the field, with a valid medical license to practice in the UAE.

Qualifications

• Specialization certificate in Radiation Oncology is required.
• Completion of a 3 years Residency program is required.
• Up to 5 years of experience in the radiation oncology specialty.
• Must be licensed to practice.
• Work with nurses and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform cancer diagnosis and staging using appropriate tests.
• Develop individualized treatment plans for cancer patients.
• Carry out radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy or combined approaches as appropriate.
• Conduct physical assessments to monitor treatment response.
• Inform patients about treatment options and potential side effects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Collect and review patient histories and test results.
• Document treatment plans and patient progress.
• Engage in clinical research to improve cancer care.

Skills

Clinical teamwork

Education

Specialization certificate in Radiation Oncology

Residency program (3 years)

Job description

We are looking to hire an Oncologist to work as radiation, pediatric, gynecological, surgical or medical oncologists. The individual may be in charge of different duties. To diagnose cancer through different tests including CT scans, biopsies or MRI. Must be specialized on the surgical aspects to concentrate on performing surgeries in order to remove cancer tumors and prevent fatalities. Capable of offering radiation therapy to patients in order to shrink tumors or even eliminate the cancerous cells altogether.

Radiation Oncologist Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments to detect cancerous cells
• Develop treatment plans based on the nature of the cancer
• Carry out surgical procedures on the areas affected by cancer and cancer treatments
• Complete procedures such as mammograms and prostate exams that stop the malignancy from spreading.
• Provide treatment options such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy
• Collect medical information on patient histories
• Inform patients about the treatment options available for their cancer
• Provide support for cancer patients
• Carry out medical research

Radiation Oncologist Requirements

• Specialization certificate in Radiation Oncology
• Completion of 3 years Residency program
• Up to 5 years of experience in the specialty field
• Must be licensed to practice
• Work with nurses and other healthcare professionals