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Job Description – Specialist/Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Department: Pediatric Emergency Department Employment Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Specialist/Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician to join a leading healthcare provider in Dubai, UAE.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality emergency medical care to infants, children, and adolescents presenting with acute illnesses, injuries, and life-threatening conditions.
The physician will work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, delivering evidence-based, family-centered care while ensuring compliance with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) regulations and international clinical standards.
Key Responsibilities Assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients presenting with medical, surgical, and traumatic emergencies.
Perform rapid triage, stabilization, resuscitation, and emergency interventions for critically ill and injured children.
Manage a wide range of pediatric emergencies, including respiratory distress, seizures, trauma, poisoning, infectious diseases, dehydration, allergic reactions, and cardiac emergencies.
Perform emergency procedures including airway management, endotracheal intubation, procedural sedation, lumbar puncture, fracture and dislocation reduction, wound management, chest tube insertion, and vascular access as credentialed.
Interpret laboratory investigations, ECGs, X-rays, CT scans, and ultrasound findings relevant to emergency care.
Collaborate with Pediatric Intensive Care, Pediatric Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurology, Cardiology, Anesthesiology, Radiology, and other specialties to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Participate in pediatric trauma activations, disaster preparedness, and emergency response initiatives.
Provide counseling and education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, follow-up care, and preventive health measures.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, morbidity and mortality reviews, and Continuing Medical Education (CME).
Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, interns, and allied healthcare professionals.
Ensure compliance with patient safety, infection prevention, and clinical governance standards.
What We Offer Competitive tax-free salary and attractive benefits package.
Comprehensive medical insurance.
Annual paid leave and air ticket allowance.
Professional development and Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.
Licensing assistance for eligible candidates.
Opportunity to work in a modern, multidisciplinary healthcare environment with advanced pediatric emergency care facilities.
End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Qualifications & Requirements MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
Completion of an accredited residency in Pediatrics or Emergency Medicine .
Fellowship or Board Certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine from a recognized international board (American Board, Canadian Board, CCT, FRCPCH, Arab Board, Australian or equivalent).
Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialization experience for Specialist level or 5–10 years for Consultant level , depending on DHA eligibility.
Eligibility for or possession of a Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Specialist or Consultant License .
Candidates eligible for licensing are encouraged to apply.
Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification is required.
BLS and ACLS certifications are preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in pediatric emergency care, trauma management, advanced airway management, procedural sedation, and pediatric resuscitation.
Excellent communication, leadership, and clinical decision-making skills.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based care.
Preferred Candidate Profile PQR Tier 1 and Tier 2 qualified professionals will be given preference.
Experience working in internationally accredited hospitals is highly desirable.
Candidates with clinical experience in DHA (Dubai), DOH (Abu Dhabi), or MOHAP (Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain) licensed healthcare facilities are highly preferred.
GCC experience is an added advantage.
Fellowship or additional expertise in Pediatric Trauma, Pediatric Critical Care, Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), Disaster Medicine, Simulation-Based Medical Education, or Pediatric Emergency Ultrasound is an added advantage.
Experience in high-volume tertiary pediatric emergency departments is preferred.
Active participation in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and medical education is highly desirable.