Specialist / Consultant Pathologist | Western Specialist Qualification - UAE

SearchPlus HR; Al Ain; On-site; AED 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Air travel benefits

Job summary

SearchPlus HR seeks qualified pathologists to join leading healthcare facilities in the UAE. The role focuses on diagnostic pathology, histopathology, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support patient management.

You will contribute to high-quality laboratory services, oversee diagnostic investigations, and ensure quality assurance. Required: MBBS or equivalent, postgraduate pathology qualification, and eligibility for UAE licensing; Western qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent from a recognised institution.
• Recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in Pathology, Anatomical Pathology, Histopathology, or subspecialty.
• Western specialist qualifications (e.g., UK CCT, American Board) preferred.
• Relevant clinical and diagnostic experience in pathology.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine and interpret tissue samples, biopsies, and surgical specimens to establish accurate diagnoses.
• Review cytology specimens, blood films, and other pathological samples.
• Perform or supervise histopathological and cytopathological investigations.
• Interpret laboratory results and prepare diagnostic reports for treating physicians.
• Provide specialist consultation on complex diagnostic cases and participate in multidisciplinary meetings.
• Ensure quality assurance, laboratory safety, and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with laboratory scientists, oncologists, surgeons, and other medical specialists.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting of findings.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and CPD.

Skills

Diagnostic pathology

Histopathology

Laboratory collaboration

Report writing

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Postgraduate specialization in Pathology

UK CCT / American Board

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Cytology analysis

Job description

SearchPlus HR is seeking qualified and experienced Pathologists to join leading healthcare facilities in the UAE. This opportunity is suitable for internationally trained specialists with recognised postgraduate qualifications and experience in diagnostic pathology, laboratory medicine, and the interpretation of pathological findings.

The successful candidate will contribute to accurate diagnosis and patient management through high-quality laboratory services, histopathological assessments, and collaboration with multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Examine and interpret tissue samples, biopsies, and surgical specimens to establish accurate diagnoses.

• Review cytology specimens, blood films, and other pathological samples according to the relevant subspecialty.

• Perform or oversee histopathological, cytopathological, and other diagnostic investigations within the scope of practice.

• Interpret laboratory results and prepare comprehensive diagnostic reports for treating physicians.

• Provide specialist consultation on complex diagnostic cases and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings.

• Ensure quality assurance, laboratory safety, and compliance with established diagnostic standards.

• Collaborate with laboratory scientists, oncologists, surgeons, and other medical specialists.

• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting of clinically significant findings.

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing professional development.

• Support the implementation of evidence-based diagnostic protocols and laboratory best practices.

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognised institution.

• Recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in Pathology, Anatomical Pathology, Histopathology, or an applicable pathology subspecialty.

• Western specialist qualifications, such as UK CCT, American Board Certification, or an equivalent recognised qualification, are preferred.

• Relevant clinical and diagnostic experience in the appropriate pathology specialty.

• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and report-writing skills.

• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration abilities.

• Eligibility for professional licensing in the UAE, subject to the relevant health authority’s qualification and experience requirements.

• Competitive tax-free salary package based on qualifications and experience.

• Medical insurance and annual leave.

• Annual air travel benefits, where provided by the employer.

• Additional benefits in accordance with the employment package.

• Opportunity to work within established healthcare facilities with modern diagnostic laboratories.