Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide expert emergency medical care to infants, children, and adolescents presenting with acute illnesses, trauma, and life-threatening conditions while ensuring high standards of patient-centered and evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric emergency cases including medical, surgical, and trauma-related emergencies.
• Provide immediate stabilization and advanced resuscitation for critically ill or injured pediatric patients.
• Manage emergency procedures such as airway management, intubation, lumbar puncture, sedation, and trauma care.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric subspecialists, intensivists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff within the emergency department.
• Ensure accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, disaster management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to teaching, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education programs.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
• Board Certification / Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine with Pediatric Emergency specialization.
• Valid DOH Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
• Minimum 5–7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric emergency medicine within a tertiary care hospital.
• Certification in PALS, ACLS, and ATLS preferred.
• Strong expertise in pediatric resuscitation and critical emergency care.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in pediatric trauma centers or academic hospitals.
• Exposure to pediatric critical care and disaster medicine.
• Research and teaching experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Family benefits
• Health insurance
• Annual airfare allowance
• Paid annual leave
• CME and professional development support