Job Description

One of the leading hospital in the UAE is seeking an experienced Consultant Neonatologist to provide specialized care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns within the NICU and newborn nursery. The role involves managing complex neonatal cases, supporting high-risk deliveries, and working closely with pediatricians, obstetricians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to premature and critically ill newborns.
• Manage complex NICU cases, including respiratory distress, sepsis and congenital conditions.
• Perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization of high-risk newborns.
• Assist during high-risk and premature deliveries.
• Manage mechanical ventilation and other advanced neonatal support.
• Monitor nutrition, growth and development of neonates.
• Counsel and support parents regarding their baby's condition and treatment.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement and teaching activities.

Requirements

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics and/or Neonatology.
• Fellowship/subspecialty training in Neonatology preferred.
• Consultant-level experience in Neonatology.
• Strong experience in a Level III/IV NICU and management of critically ill neonates.
• Experience with neonatal ventilation, resuscitation and advanced intensive care.
• Tier-1/Western qualification preferred — UK CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian Royal College, Australian/New Zealand or Irish qualification.
• Eligible for DHA/DOH/MOHAP licensing.
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Housing allowance or government-provided 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.
• Opportunities for career advancement and clinical leadership.
• Access to advanced cardiac diagnostic and treatment facilities.
• Supportive multidisciplinary and professional working environment.
• End-of-service benefits in accordance with UAE regulations.
• Family benefits, where applicable.
• Additional allowances and benefits according to the Government Healthcare Facility's employment policy.