Consultant / Specialist Pulmonologist - Respiratory & Lung Medicine

A leading multispecialty hospital in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is expanding its Respiratory Medicine and Pulmonary Care services and is seeking a qualified Consultant / Specialist Pulmonologist to join its multidisciplinary clinical team. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory diseases within a modern hospital environment supported by advanced pulmonary diagnostics, imaging services, and critical care facilities. This position offers the opportunity to work within an integrated respiratory care program managing a wide range of lung conditions, including asthma, COPD, interstitial lung disease, sleep-related breathing disorders, and complex pulmonary infections, while collaborating closely with critical care physicians, thoracic surgeons, and internal medicine specialists. Role Overview • Position: Consultant / Specialist Pulmonologist • Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates • Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty hospital with respiratory medicine and critical care services • Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification • Practice Model: Combination of outpatient respiratory clinics, inpatient consultations, and pulmonary diagnostic procedures The successful candidate will diagnose and manage respiratory and pulmonary disorders, ensuring evidence-based treatment and long-term disease management for patients with both acute and chronic lung conditions. Key Responsibilities – Pulmonology • Diagnose and manage respiratory diseases, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, and bronchitis • Evaluate and treat complex pulmonary conditions, such as interstitial lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis, and pulmonary hypertension • Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests (PFTs), spirometry, and other respiratory diagnostic investigations • Conduct bronchoscopy and related pulmonary procedures where clinically indicated • Manage sleep-related breathing disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea, and coordinate sleep study evaluations • Provide inpatient consultations for patients with acute respiratory failure and severe pulmonary infections • Collaborate with critical care teams in the management of ventilated or critically ill respiratory patients • Develop personalised treatment plans and long-term disease management strategies for chronic lung conditions • Provide patient education on smoking cessation, pulmonary rehabilitation, and preventive respiratory care • Coordinate care with thoracic surgeons, infectious disease specialists, and internal medicine physicians when advanced treatment is required • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic medical records in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards • Participate in clinical audits, respiratory care programs, and quality improvement initiatives • Ensure adherence to international respiratory medicine guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations Qualifications & Board Recognition Applications are welcome from physicians holding recognised specialist qualifications such as: • American Board of Internal Medicine – Pulmonary Medicine • UK CCT / MRCP / FRCP with Respiratory Medicine training • European Board Certification in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine • Royal College Certification (Canada) • Australian Fellowship (FRACP – Respiratory Medicine) • Arab Board in Pulmonology / Respiratory Medicine • DM / DNB / FCPS Pulmonology or equivalent recognised specialist qualification Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable. Compensation & Benefits • Competitive tax-free physician salary • Performance-based incentives • Housing allowance or accommodation support • Comprehensive family medical insurance • Annual return flight tickets • Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage • Continuing Medical Education (CME) support Licensing & Relocation Support Full assistance will be provided for: • DOH / DHA license conversion guidance • Credential verification and documentation support • Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE • Hospital onboarding and professional integration support