Job Description

A government healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Specialist / Consultant in Pediatric Emergency Medicine – Western Qualified to provide specialized emergency care for infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring prompt assessment, stabilization, and management of acute illnesses and injuries.

International candidates are welcome to apply, including qualified professionals willing to relocate to the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric medical emergencies and acute illnesses.
• Stabilize critically ill or injured children and initiate appropriate emergency interventions.
• Manage pediatric trauma, respiratory distress, seizures, allergic reactions, and other urgent conditions.
• Perform emergency procedures within the scope of training and clinical privileges.
• Coordinate patient admissions, referrals, and transfers when required.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, emergency nurses, and multidisciplinary medical teams.
• Maintain accurate medical records and adhere to clinical protocols and patient safety standards.

Requirements

• Recognized specialist qualification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or an appropriate primary specialty with relevant pediatric emergency training.
• Western qualification or equivalent recognized specialist credentials.
• Relevant postgraduate training and clinical experience in pediatric emergency care.
• Experience managing acute pediatric illnesses, trauma, and life-threatening emergencies.
• Current professional registration and Good Standing Certificate, where applicable.
• Eligibility for UAE healthcare licensing through DHA, DOH, or MOHAP, subject to the relevant authority’s assessment.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced emergency department and participate in shift duties.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Employment benefits according to the employer’s policy.
• Continuing medical education and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a well-equipped healthcare environment.
• Relocation assistance may be available, subject to employer policy.