Clinical Psychologist

Micah Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Micah Group's renowned pediatric-focused medical center in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join its multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on assessments and evidence-based therapy for children and adolescents within a structured outpatient setting.

A valid DOH license is required and fluent Arabic is essential to engage effectively with patients and families in the local market. Collaboration with medical specialists supports integrated care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Clinical Psychology or related field relevant to pediatric practice.
• Fluent Arabic communication is required to engage with patients and families.
• Experience in pediatric or adolescent psychology within a multidisciplinary setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adolescents.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based intervention plans in coordination with a pediatric team.
• Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and referring clinicians to support long-term child development and emotional well-being.

Skills

Arabic language proficiency

Pediatric psychology

Education

Master's degree or higher in Clinical Psychology

Job description

A well-established multispecialty pediatric-focused medical center in Abu Dhabi is looking to appoint a Clinical Psychologist to join its growing multidisciplinary team. The facility is known for delivering specialized child and adolescent services across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Al Ain, with a strong focus on clinical excellence, patient safety, and compassionate family-centered care.

The role is based in Abu Dhabi and is best suited to a psychologist with experience supporting children and adolescents in a structured outpatient or specialty-care setting. A valid DOH license is required, and Arabic proficiency is essential to support effective engagement with patients and families in the local market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments for children and adolescents presenting with emotional, behavioral, developmental, or social communication concerns.
• Develop individualized intervention plans and provide evidence-based therapy in coordination with a multidisciplinary pediatric team.
• Work closely with parents, caregivers, and referring clinicians to support long-term child development and emotional well-being.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in Clinical Psychology or a related psychology discipline relevant to practice requirements in Abu Dhabi.
• Valid DOH license as Clinical Psychologist.
• Strong experience in pediatric or adolescent psychology, ideally within a multidisciplinary medical setting.
• Fluent Arabic communication skills are required.

Why this role stands out

• Opportunity to join a recognized pediatric-focused medical center with established Abu Dhabi operations and multispecialty child services.
• Exposure to a collaborative environment that includes psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, pediatric neurology, and neurodevelopmental care.
• Meaningful role with direct impact on children's emotional, behavioral, developmental, and school-related outcomes.