Job description

JOB TITLE: Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist – UAE LOCATION: UAE EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group ABOUT THE ROLE A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its pediatric rheumatology, autoimmune, inflammatory disease, and musculoskeletal care services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist to join its growing clinical team.
This role is designed for internationally trained pediatric rheumatologists seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the opportunity to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving infants, children, adolescents, and their families.
This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who combine advanced pediatric rheumatology expertise with compassionate family-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to international healthcare standards.
ROLE OVERVIEW The successful candidate will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary pediatric environment alongside pediatricians, immunologists, orthopedists, dermatologists, nephrologists, ophthalmologists, physiotherapists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals, supported by advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Diagnose and manage pediatric rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions including juvenile idiopathic arthritis, connective tissue disorders, vasculitis, lupus, inflammatory myopathies, and other immune-mediated diseases.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor therapies including DMARDs, biologics, immunosuppressive medications, and infusion treatments according to clinical guidelines.
• Perform comprehensive pediatric musculoskeletal assessments, joint evaluations, injections, and ultrasound-guided procedures where applicable within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialties including nephrology, dermatology, pulmonology, ophthalmology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and physiotherapy to provide integrated patient care.
• Provide education and counselling to children and families regarding disease management, medication safety, lifestyle modifications, and long-term health outcomes.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, safety monitoring, evidence-based protocol development, and multidisciplinary case reviews.
• Highly competitive tax-free salary package • Performance-based incentives where applicable • Housing allowance or premium accommodation support • Comprehensive medical insurance • Annual return flight tickets • Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage • Continuing medical education support • Visa and onboarding assistance LICENSING & RELOCATION SUPPORT • Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance • DataFlow and credential verification support • Visa and regulatory processing assistance • Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable • Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE • Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety.
• Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations.
• Interest in long-term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting.
HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates may apply with an updated CV and details of current licensing status / eligibility.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
Applications are welcome from internationally trained Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist candidates holding recognized qualifications such as: • American Board of Pediatrics with Pediatric Rheumatology Certification • UK CCT in Paediatrics with subspecialty training in Pediatric Rheumatology • European Board / National Specialist Certification in Pediatric Rheumatology • Royal College Certification (Canada) • Australian FRACP (Pediatric Rheumatology) • Arab Board • DM / DNB / Fellowship / FCPS or equivalent recognized specialist qualification in Pediatric Rheumatology Applications are welcome from candidates across the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, the Middle East, Africa, and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.