Specialist Pulmonologist - Respiratory Medicine

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is recruiting a Specialist Pulmonologist for a Dubai-based medical practice. The role focuses on diagnosing and managing acute and chronic respiratory disorders, with responsibilities spanning bronchoscopy, pulmonary testing, and multidisciplinary care.

Ideal candidates hold MBBS or equivalent with a specialist qualification in Pulmonology and 3–5 years post-specialization experience. Dubai Health Authority licensing and infection control compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold an MBBS or equivalent medical degree and possess a Master’s Degree, MD, DNB, or equivalent specialist qualification in Pulmonology or Respiratory Medicine.
• At least three to five years post-specialization experience as a Specialist Pulmonologist is required.
• Valid Dubai Health Authority Specialist licence, eligibility letter, or confirmed eligibility to obtain one is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic respiratory diseases.
• Manage asthma, COPD, pneumonia, ILD, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.
• Request and interpret pulmonary function tests, chest imaging, ABGs, and other respiratory investigations.
• Perform bronchoscopic procedures within approved clinical privileges.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on diagnosis and comorbidities.
• Prescribe and monitor respiratory medications, inhaled therapies, and oxygen therapy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide inpatient and outpatient care.
• Educate patients and families about disease management and lifestyle modification.

Skills

Pulmonology

Respiratory medicine

Asthma management

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Pneumonia treatment

Interstitial lung disease

Pulmonary fibrosis

Sleep-related breathing disorders

Pulmonary function testing

Bronchoscopy

Chest imaging interpretation

Arterial blood gas interpretation

Non-invasive ventilation

Oxygen therapy

Critical respiratory care

Interventional pulmonology

Sleep medicine

Inpatient pulmonology

Outpatient respiratory care

Multidisciplinary coordination

Smoking cessation counseling

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Infection control

Patient safety

Clinical audit

Quality improvement

Continuing medical education

BLS

ACLS

Dubai Health Authority licensing

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Master's Degree, MD, DNB, or equivalent specialist qualification in Pulmonology/Respiratory Medicine

Job description

Specialist Pulmonologist - Respiratory Medicine Job Snapshot Role: Specialist Pulmonologist - Respiratory Medicine Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Experience: 3-5 years post-specialization Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview The Specialist Pulmonologist - Respiratory Medicine position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Medical Practice opportunity focused on diagnosing and managing acute, chronic, and complex respiratory disorders. A healthcare provider is hiring an experienced pulmonology specialist to deliver evidence-based treatment, perform bronchoscopic and diagnostic procedures, and coordinate multidisciplinary care for patients with pulmonary disease.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Salary: 35000-50000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context This specialist appointment provides comprehensive care for patients with respiratory conditions affecting breathing, lung function, sleep, oxygenation, and overall quality of life. The pulmonologist will combine detailed clinical assessment with pulmonary testing, imaging review, bronchoscopy, and individualized treatment planning. The role requires close coordination with intensivists, internal medicine physicians, thoracic surgeons, radiologists, respiratory therapists, and nursing teams. Accurate diagnosis and timely intervention will support improved symptom control, safer respiratory support, reduced complications, and better long-term outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic respiratory diseases.
• Manage asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, and sleep-related breathing disorders.
• Conduct detailed patient assessments, including medical history review and physical examination.
• Request and interpret pulmonary function tests, chest imaging, arterial blood gases, and other respiratory investigations.
• Review bronchoscopy findings and correlate results with clinical and radiological information.
• Perform bronchoscopic procedures within approved clinical privileges.
• Carry out other pulmonary interventions when clinically appropriate.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on diagnosis, disease severity, comorbidities, and patient needs.
• Prescribe and monitor respiratory medications, inhaled therapies, oxygen treatment, and related interventions.
• Manage patients requiring non-invasive ventilation and respiratory support.
• Monitor clinical progress and adjust treatment plans according to symptoms, test results, and treatment response.
• Collaborate with intensivists, internists, thoracic surgeons, radiologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient pulmonology consultations.
• Educate patients and families about disease management, medication use, smoking cessation, preventive care, and lifestyle modification.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, procedure records, investigation results, and follow-up plans.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Health Authority regulations, hospital policies, and ethical medical standards.
• Participate in infection control programs, patient safety initiatives, and quality improvement activities.
• Contribute to clinical audits, departmental meetings, and continuing medical education.
• Remain current with advances in respiratory medicine, bronchoscopy, sleep medicine, and interventional pulmonology.

Ideal Profile Applicants must hold an MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution and possess a Master 's Degree, MD, DNB, or equivalent specialist qualification in Pulmonology or Respiratory Medicine. Candidates should have at least three to five years of post-specialization experience as a Specialist Pulmonologist. Previous work in a reputable hospital or multispecialty healthcare facility is preferred. Strong experience in bronchoscopy, pulmonary function testing, respiratory diagnostics, and the management of critically ill pulmonary patients is required. A valid Dubai Health Authority Specialist licence, eligibility letter, or confirmed eligibility to obtain one is essential. BLS and ACLS certifications are preferred. Fellowship training or additional experience in Interventional Pulmonology or Sleep Medicine would strengthen an application. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound clinical judgment, clear communication, accurate documentation, and effective multidisciplinary teamwork.

Skills Set

• Pulmonology
• Respiratory medicine
• Asthma management
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Pneumonia treatment
• Interstitial lung disease
• Pulmonary fibrosis
• Sleep-related breathing disorders
• Pulmonary function testing
• Bronchoscopy
• Chest imaging interpretation
• Arterial blood gas interpretation
• Non-invasive ventilation
• Oxygen therapy
• Critical respiratory care
• Interventional pulmonology
• Sleep medicine
• Inpatient pulmonology
• Outpatient respiratory care
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Smoking cessation counseling
• Patient education
• Clinical documentation
• Infection control
• Patient safety
• Clinical audit
• Quality improvement
• Continuing medical education
• BLS
• ACLS
• Dubai Health Authority licensing

Why Join Us

This opportunity allows an experienced pulmonology specialist to manage a broad range of respiratory conditions within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment. The physician will have a direct impact on breathing function, disease control, emergency stabilization, and long-term patient well-being. The role provides exposure to advanced respiratory diagnostics, bronchoscopy, critical care collaboration, and continuous professional development. Dubai's expanding healthcare sector offers stable demand and meaningful career growth for specialists in respiratory medicine.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East is a medical recruitment consultancy connecting qualified physicians and healthcare professionals with hospitals, specialist clinics, and medical institutions across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. The company supports candidates through vacancy matching, licensing guidance, relocation coordination, and recruitment assistance.