Job Description

A hospital in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is expanding its Pediatric Surgery and Neonatal Surgical Services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant/ Specialist Pediatric Surgeon to join its specialized children’s healthcare team. This role focuses on delivering complex surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents, within a modern pediatric environment supported by neonatal ICU (NICU), pediatric ICU (PICU), and advanced surgical infrastructure.

The hospital offers a comprehensive pediatric care model, integrating neonatology, pediatric intensive care, anesthesiology, and subspecialty services to manage a wide spectrum of congenital and acquired conditions requiring surgical intervention.

Role Overview

• Position: Consultant / Specialist Pediatric Surgeon
• Location: Dubai United Arab Emirates
• Healthcare Setting: Tertiary-care hospital with dedicated pediatric and neonatal surgical services
• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist
• Practice Model: Outpatient consultations, elective and emergency pediatric surgeries, and inpatient care

The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of pediatric and neonatal conditions, ensuring high standards of safety, precision, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities – Pediatric Surgery

• Diagnose and manage surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents, including congenital and acquired disorders
• Perform pediatric surgical procedures, including neonatal surgeries, abdominal surgeries, soft tissue procedures, and minimally invasive surgeries
• Manage congenital anomalies, such as gastrointestinal malformations, hernias, and urogenital abnormalities
• Provide surgical care for pediatric trauma and emergency surgical conditions
• Perform laparoscopic and minimally invasive pediatric procedures where appropriate
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, anesthesiologists, and intensive care teams for comprehensive perioperative care
• Conduct pre-operative evaluation and post-operative management for pediatric patients
• Manage patients in NICU and PICU settings, ensuring coordinated multidisciplinary care
• Provide counselling and communication with parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis, surgical plans, and outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure adherence to international pediatric surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations

Qualifications & Board Recognition

Applications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:

• American Board of Surgery with Pediatric Surgery Fellowship
• UK CCT / FRCS (Pediatric Surgery)
• Royal College Certification (Canada)
• Australian Fellowship (FRACS – Pediatric Surgery)
• Arab Board in Pediatric Surgery
• MCh / DNB / FCPS Pediatric Surgery 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

• Highly competitive tax-free consultant 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