Consultant Pulmonary Critical Care UK CCT Western Qualified American Board

Job Summary

A leading private hospital in the UAE is seeking a Western-qualified Consultant in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine to provide advanced care for patients with complex respiratory conditions and life-threatening critical illnesses. The role combines specialist respiratory medicine with intensive care management, supporting high-quality outcomes through evidence-based treatment and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma, COPD, pneumonia, interstitial lung disease, and respiratory failure.
• Assess and treat critically ill patients requiring intensive care and advanced respiratory support.
• Manage mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, and complex airway conditions.
• Perform or supervise diagnostic procedures such as bronchoscopy and pleural procedures, where appropriately trained.
• Manage sepsis, shock, and other critical medical emergencies in collaboration with the ICU team.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate care with respiratory, emergency, and other specialist teams.
• Monitor patient progress, manage complications, and support safe discharge and follow-up planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, and professional development.

• Medical degree with recognized postgraduate specialist training in Pulmonary/Respiratory Medicine and Critical Care Medicine.
• Consultant-level qualification such as UK CCT/CCST, American Board Certification in Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, Canadian Royal College certification, Irish CSCST, or Australian/New Zealand specialist fellowship, or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Extensive experience managing complex respiratory diseases and critically ill patients.
• Strong expertise in mechanical ventilation, respiratory failure, and intensive care management.
• Bronchoscopy and pleural-procedure experience is an advantage.
• Experience in a tertiary hospital or advanced ICU setting is preferred.
• Excellent clinical judgement, leadership, and multidisciplinary communication skills.

• Competitive tax-free salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Medical insurance and annual air ticket.
• Paid annual leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Additional benefits in line with hospital policy.