Otolaryngology- Senior Specialist - Private Healthcare Facility

We are seeking an experienced and highly qualified Senior Specialist – Otolaryngology (ENT) to join our private healthcare facility in the UAE.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for patients with ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions. The role involves outpatient consultations, diagnostic evaluation, medical and surgical management, and collaboration with other medical and surgical specialties to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Conduct comprehensive ENT consultations, examinations, and clinical assessments.
• Diagnose and manage a broad range of ear, nose, and throat conditions in adult and pediatric patients.
• Manage conditions including chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, hearing disorders, otitis, tonsillitis, vertigo, nasal obstruction, and other ENT conditions.
• Perform appropriate diagnostic procedures such as nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, otoscopy, and other ENT examinations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and diagnostic results.
• Perform ENT procedures and surgeries within the physicians training, experience, and approved scope of practice.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care and follow-up.
• Review and interpret relevant imaging, audiology, laboratory, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Identify and manage ENT emergencies appropriately.
• Collaborate with audiologists, speech and language therapists, pediatricians, neurologists, allergists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists.
• Provide clear counseling to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, procedures, risks, and expected outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, quality improvement, and research activities.
• Support the supervision and mentoring of junior physicians and clinical staff.
• Participate in continuing medical education and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with infection-control standards, patient safety requirements, professional ethics, and UAE healthcare regulations.

• MD, MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent Medical Degree from a recognized and accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited Residency/Specialist Training Program in Otolaryngology/ENT.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Otolaryngology, ENT, or Otorhinolaryngology.
• American Board Certification in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery or equivalent internationally recognized board certification is highly preferred.
• AMERICAN BOARD doctors preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialization clinical experience in Otolaryngology, subject to applicable licensing and credentialing requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in the diagnosis and management of common and complex ENT conditions.
• Experience with ENT diagnostic procedures, including nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, and otoscopy.
• Surgical experience in ENT procedures appropriate to the candidates scope of practice.
• Experience managing pediatric and adult ENT patients is preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based medicine.
• Current BLS certification; additional relevant certifications are an advantage.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
• Candidates must meet all applicable UAE licensing, credentialing, and professional classification requirements.

• Competitive tax-free salary package, based on qualifications and experience.
• Housing allowance or accommodation.
• Comprehensive medical and health insurance.
• Annual paid leave and public holidays.
• Annual return air ticket/airfare allowance.
• Relocation assistance for international candidates, where applicable.
• UAE medical licensing and credentialing support.
• CME/CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses, where applicable.
• Opportunities for career advancement and clinical leadership.
• Access to modern ENT facilities, advanced diagnostic equipment, and surgical technology.
• Supportive multidisciplinary clinical environment.
• End-of-service benefits in accordance with UAE regulations.
• Family benefits, where applicable.
• Additional allowances and benefits according to the private healthcare facilitys employment policy.