Associate Staff Physician - Medical Oncology

Associate Staff Physician Medical Oncology Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Position Type: Full-Time | On-Site Facility Type: Premium Private Hospital Department: Medical Oncology Estimated Salary Package • Monthly Salary: AED 80,000 • Annual Salary: AED 960,000 1,380,000 • Additional Benefits: May include health insurance, housing allowance, annual air tickets, relocation support, professional development funding, and other contractual benefits. Overview A premium private hospital in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate Staff Physician in Medical Oncology to provide comprehensive care for patients diagnosed with cancer. The role involves evaluating oncology patients, developing individualized treatment plans, coordinating multidisciplinary care, monitoring treatment outcomes, and supporting patients and families throughout the cancer care journey. Clinical Responsibilities • Assess patients with suspected or confirmed malignancies and review relevant diagnostic findings. • Develop individualized oncology treatment plans based on diagnosis, disease stage, clinical guidelines, and patient preferences. • Prescribe and monitor systemic anticancer treatments within the physician's clinical privileges. • Monitor treatment response, side effects, and complications associated with cancer therapy. • Coordinate care with surgical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, and other specialties. • Explain diagnoses, treatment options, potential risks, and expected outcomes to patients and caregivers. • Support symptom management and coordinate palliative care when clinically appropriate. • Maintain accurate medical records and ensure continuity of care. • Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, clinical audits, and quality-improvement initiatives. Requirements • Recognized specialist qualification in Medical Oncology or an accepted relevant specialty. • Experience appropriate to the Associate Staff Physician role and applicable UAE licensing criteria. • Eligibility for, or an active licence from, the relevant UAE health authority, as required. • Strong knowledge of cancer diagnosis, systemic treatment, and oncology care pathways. • Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. • Commitment to evidence-based oncology practice and patient-centred care. Why Join This Opportunity? • Attractive estimated tax-free salary package. • Opportunity to contribute to comprehensive cancer services. • Collaboration with multidisciplinary oncology teams. • Potential access to professional development and continuing medical education. • Additional benefits subject to the final employment offer. • Recognized specialist qualification in Medical Oncology or an accepted relevant specialty. • Experience appropriate to the Associate Staff Physician role and applicable UAE licensing criteria. • Eligibility for, or an active licence from, the relevant UAE health authority, as required. • Strong knowledge of cancer diagnosis, systemic treatment, and oncology care pathways. • Excellent communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills. • Commitment to evidence-based oncology practice and patient-centred care.