Specialist Hematologist

Role Overview

Astra ProMed is seeking an experienced Specialist Hematologist to join a leading healthcare facility in Dubai on a full-time basis. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive clinical care to patients with hematological disorders in a patient-centered approach.

Role Purpose

To provide expert diagnosis, management, and coordination of care for patients with benign and malignant hematological disorders, including blood cancers, anemia, bleeding and clotting disorders, and related conditions, while maintaining high standards of clinical governance and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnosis and Clinical Assessment

• Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, and management of hematological disorders.
• Evaluate and manage anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, leukocytosis, and coagulation disorders.
• Diagnose and manage hematological malignancies, including leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Evaluate patients with abnormal blood counts, unexplained bleeding, bruising, and clotting disorders.
• Manage iron-deficiency, vitamin-deficiency, hemolytic, and other forms of anemia.
• Diagnose and manage bleeding and thrombotic disorders, including appropriate anticoagulation therapy.

Investigation and Interpretation

• Interpret hematological investigations, peripheral blood films, bone marrow studies, flow cytometry, and relevant laboratory results.
• Perform or coordinate bone marrow aspiration and biopsy where appropriately trained.

Treatment Planning and Monitoring

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment, laboratory findings, imaging, and pathology results.
• Monitor treatment response, disease progression, medication safety, and potential complications.
• Coordinate care for patients requiring chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, or other hematological treatments within the scope of practice.
• Provide appropriate pre-treatment assessment, follow-up, and long-term monitoring.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with oncologists, pathologists, radiologists, transfusion medicine specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis, and supportive care.

Governance and Professional Development

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with clinical governance and patient-safety standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, teaching, research, and CME activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Hematology or Internal Medicine with specialization in Hematology.
• Board certification or equivalent recognized specialist qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of post-specialization experience in Hematology.
• Strong clinical experience in benign and malignant hematological conditions.
• Experience in managing complex hematological disorders and hematological malignancies.
• Experience with bone marrow procedures is highly desirable.
• Eligible for DHA Specialist classification/license in Dubai.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent clinical skills and clinical judgment in hematological diagnosis and management.
• Strong communication and patient-management skills.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Location: Dubai.
• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Medical insurance provided.
• Annual paid leave and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and facility policy.
• Professional development and CME opportunities.
• Modern multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates.