Consultant Neonatologist (Western qualification, American, Australian, UK CCT)

SearchPlus HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Housing allowance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Airfare allowance

Relocation assistance

Licensing support

CME/CPD

Career advancement

End-of-service benefits

Family benefits

Job summary

SearchPlus HR represents a leading private hospital in Dubai and Abu Dhabi seeking an experienced Consultant Neonatologist to provide expert care to premature and high-risk newborns in the NICU and newborn nursery.

You will manage complex neonatal cases, assist during high-risk deliveries and collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, nurses and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes and adherence to UAE licensing standards.

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics and/or Neonatology.
• Fellowship/subspecialty training in Neonatology preferred.
• Consultant-level experience in Neonatology.
• Strong Level III NICU experience with critically ill neonates.
• Experience with neonatal ventilation, resuscitation and ICU care.
• Tier-1/Western qualification preferred (UK CCT/CCST, ABMS, etc.).
• Eligible for DHA/DOH/MOHAP licensing.
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care to premature and critically ill newborns in NICU and nursery.
• Manage complex NICU cases including respiratory distress and sepsis.
• Perform resuscitation and stabilization of high-risk neonates.
• Assist during high-risk and premature deliveries.
• Manage ventilation and other advanced neonatal support.
• Monitor nutrition, growth and development of neonates.
• Counsel and support parents regarding baby's condition and treatment.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement and teaching activities.

Skills

Neonatology

Teamwork

Communication

Critical care

Ventilation

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Postgraduate in Pediatrics/Neonatology

Fellowship in Neonatology

UK/US/Canada/Australia credentialing

Job description

One of the leading private hospital in the Dubai and Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Consultant Neonatologist to provide specialized care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns within the NICU and newborn nursery. The role involves managing complex neonatal cases, supporting high-risk deliveries, and working closely with pediatricians, obstetricians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to premature and critically ill newborns.
• Manage complex NICU cases, including respiratory distress, sepsis and congenital conditions.
• Perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization of high-risk newborns.
• Assist during high-risk and premature deliveries.
• Manage mechanical ventilation and other advanced neonatal support.
• Monitor nutrition, growth and development of neonates.
• Counsel and support parents regarding their baby's condition and treatment.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement and teaching activities.

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics and/or Neonatology.
• Fellowship/subspecialty training in Neonatology preferred.
• Consultant-level experience in Neonatology.
• Strong experience in a Level III NICU and management of critically ill neonates.
• Experience with neonatal ventilation, resuscitation and advanced intensive care.
• Tier-1/Western qualification preferred — UK CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian Royal College, Australian/New Zealand or Irish qualification.
• Eligible for DHA/DOH/MOHAP licensing.
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

• Competitivetax-free salary package.
• Housing allowance or government-provided accommodation.
• Comprehensivemedical and health insurance.
• Annual paid leaveand public holidays.
• Annual return air ticket/airfare allowance.
• Relocation assistancefor international candidates, where applicable.
• UAEmedical licensing and credentialing support.
• CME/CPD and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities forcareer advancement and clinical leadership.
• Access to advanced cardiac diagnostic and treatment facilities.
• Supportive multidisciplinary and professional working environment.
• End-of-service benefitsin accordance with UAE regulations.
• Family benefits, where applicable.
• Additional allowances and benefits according to the Government Healthcare Facility's employment policy.