Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Specialist or Consultant in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (ENT) holding American Board Certification or an equivalent internationally recognized specialist qualification to join a reputable healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will diagnose and manage ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions and provide comprehensive medical and surgical care in accordance with international clinical standards and UAE healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive ENT consultations, clinical examinations, and diagnostic assessments for patients with ear, nose, throat, and related head and neck conditions.
• Diagnose and manage common and complex ENT disorders, including hearing loss, sinusitis, tonsillitis, nasal obstruction, vertigo, voice disorders, and sleep-related breathing conditions.
• Perform ENT surgical procedures, such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, septoplasty, turbinate reduction, and endoscopic sinus surgery, according to training and clinical privileges.
• Evaluate and manage patients with chronic ear disease, nasal and sinus disorders, throat infections, and other otolaryngologic conditions.
• Assess patients with head and neck masses and coordinate investigations, biopsies, and specialist referrals when required.
• Interpret diagnostic investigations, including audiometry, endoscopy, imaging, and other relevant tests.
• Provide appropriate medical treatment, prescribe medications, and develop individualized management plans.
• Manage ENT emergencies, including epistaxis, airway-related concerns, foreign bodies, and acute infections within the scope of practice.
• Provide preoperative assessments, postoperative monitoring, and follow-up care to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Recognized medical degree (MD, MBBS, or equivalent).
• American Board Certification in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, issued by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, or an equivalent internationally recognized specialist qualification.
• Relevant postgraduate training and clinical experience in ENT.
• Post-qualification experience as required by the applicable UAE licensing authority.
• Eligibility for Specialist or Consultant classification under DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, subject to credential assessment and applicable Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR).
• Valid professional registration and Good Standing Certificate, where applicable.
• Strong diagnostic, surgical, and patient management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Employment visa and medical insurance, subject to applicable regulations and employer policy.
• Annual leave and end-of-service benefits in accordance with UAE labour law.
• Annual air ticket or travel allowance, depending on employer policy.
• Relocation assistance, where offered by the employer.
• Opportunities to work in modern healthcare facilities with multidisciplinary teams.
• Licensing and recruitment support, where applicable.