Consultant Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist

The Consultant Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist provides specialised care for children and adolescents with blood disorders and cancer. The role involves diagnostic assessment, treatment planning, monitoring of complex therapies and close support for families, with an emphasis on evidence-based decisions, safety and coordinated multidisciplinary care.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage benign and malignant blood disorders and paediatric cancers, including leukaemia, lymphoma and solid tumours.
• Provide care for conditions such as sickle cell disease, thalassaemia, haemophilia, anaemia and bone-marrow failure syndromes.
• Develop individualised treatment plans and supervise chemotherapy pathways within approved clinical privileges.
• Manage inpatient, outpatient and emergency cases, reviewing treatment response and complications.
• Participate in tumour boards and case conferences with surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and other paediatric specialists.
• Counsel families about diagnosis, therapies, risks, supportive care and long-term follow-up.
• Contribute to quality improvement, patient safety, research and the education of junior clinicians.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A recognised MBBS or equivalent medical degree is required.
• Completion of an accredited Paediatric Residency and a recognised fellowship in Paediatric Haematology-Oncology are expected.
• Applicants need a DOH consultant licence or eligibility and must meet the applicable PQR experience standard.
• Recognised board or equivalent credentials from an accepted training pathway are required.
• Experience in complex paediatric cancer care, blood disorders or tertiary services is important.

Skills and Professional Expectations

• Advanced clinical judgement for complex childhood conditions.
• Compassionate communication with children and families.
• Effective multidisciplinary leadership and treatment coordination.
• Commitment to patient safety, teaching and evidence-based care.

The successful candidate should maintain accurate records, communicate clearly and follow relevant safety, confidentiality, quality and professional standards. Teamwork, sound judgement and timely escalation of concerns are important.

Employment Details

This is a full-time opportunity based in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. Use the application link in this listing to submit your interest. Shift, roster, on-call or site duties depend on the role.