Requirements
Applications are welcome from internationally trained consultant pediatrician candidates holding recognized qualifications such as American Board of Pediatrics, UK CCT/MRCPCH/FRCPCH, European Board/national pediatric specialist registration, Royal College Certification (Canada), Australian FRACP, Arab Board, MD/DNB/FCPS or equivalent. Candidates should possess strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Healthcare
Company Industry
Healthcare, Hospital & Medical Services
About the role
A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in UAE is expanding its pediatric outpatient, inpatient, preventive and developmental care and is seeking a highly skilled consultant pediatrician to join its growing clinical team. The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the ability to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population. This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can combine advanced clinical expertise with patient-centred communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and commitment to international healthcare standards.
Role overview
The successful candidate will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment supported by experienced consultants, nurses, allied health professionals and modern diagnostic and treatment infrastructure.
Key responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical care for infants, children and adolescents in outpatient and inpatient settings.
Diagnose and manage common pediatric illnesses, growth concerns, infections, asthma, allergies and developmental issues.
Support immunisation, preventive health, nutrition counselling and family education.
Coordinate care with neonatology, pediatric subspecialists, emergency medicine and allied health teams.
Recognise and escalate acutely unwell children and support safe admission or referral pathways.
Maintain child-safe documentation, consent, safeguarding awareness and UAE regulatory compliance.
Requirements
Applications are welcome from internationally trained consultant pediatrician candidates holding recognised qualifications such as:
American Board of Pediatrics
UK CCT / MRCPCH / FRCPCH
European Board / national pediatric specialist registration
Royal College Certification (Canada)
Australian FRACP
Arab Board
MD / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Applications are welcome from candidates across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.
Benefits
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 or eligibility. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.
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