Specialist/Consultant Surgical Oncologist-American Board Specialized Medical
SearchPlus HRA specialized medical facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Specialist / Consultant Surgical Oncologist to provide comprehensive surgical care for patients with cancer and complex oncological conditions. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, performing appropriate oncological surgical procedures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary cancer care teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients with suspected or confirmed malignancies and determine appropriate surgical treatment options.
- Perform oncological surgical procedures based on specialty training, clinical privileges, and established protocols.
- Assess tumor location, stage, and extent of disease in collaboration with diagnostic and oncology teams.
- Develop individualized treatment plans in coordination with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists.
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board meetings and contribute to treatment planning.
- Provide preoperative assessment, postoperative management, and follow-up care.
- Monitor treatment outcomes, identify complications, and arrange further investigations or interventions when required.
- Counsel patients and their families regarding surgical options, expected outcomes, risks, and recovery.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with patient-safety, infection-control, and quality standards.
Requirements
- Recognized specialist qualification in Surgical Oncology or an equivalent relevant surgical specialty.
- American Board certification in an applicable surgical specialty or equivalent internationally recognized qualification, subject to the requirements of the relevant UAE licensing authority.
- Relevant postgraduate training and clinical experience in cancer surgery.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex oncological cases and performing relevant surgical procedures.
- Current professional registration and a Certificate of Good Standing, where applicable.
- Eligibility for UAE healthcare licensing through DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, subject to the relevant authority’s assessment.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, leadership, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Employment benefits according to the employer’s policy.
- Continuing medical education and professional development opportunities.
- Access to advanced surgical facilities and multidisciplinary oncology services.
- Relocation assistance may be available, subject to employer policy.
Care record-keepingCollaborating with healthcare professionalsCare plan outcome monitoringMultidisciplinary healthcare team coordinationClear communication with multidisciplinary teamsClinical record keepingPost-operative patient observationIndividualised therapy plan developmentPatient assessmentClinical outcome monitoringPost-surgical or post-procedure patient careClient progress monitoringClient-centred treatment planningWorking with individuals in post-surgery recoveryMultidisciplinary case reviewOncology patient careSurgeryFamily education and counsellingWorking with post-surgical patientsOne-to-one patient counsellingPostoperative follow-up patient assessmentMultidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planningClear communication with the healthcare teamPatient progress monitoringTeamwork and collaborationPatient interactionMultidisciplinary collaborationHealthcare diagnosisPatient counsellingPatient chartingHealthcare treatmentOncologyPatient educationCare conference participationCoordinationWorking with oncology patientsTeam coordinationMultidisciplinary team collaboration
