Consultant Neonatology (Tawam Hospital)

SEHA; Al Ain; On-site; AED 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Healthcare Company (SEHA) seeks a Neonatology consultant for Tawam Hospital in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi. The role involves senior clinical leadership, performance management, and ensuring high-quality neonatal care across the division.

The candidate should have 5+ years post-specialization in Neonatology, a valid DOH license or eligibility, and board certification in Neonatology (American/CCT UK/Australian or equivalent). Preference for experience in JCI-accredited hospitals.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) with specialization in Neonatology.
• American Board, CCT UK, Australian Board or equivalent in Neonatology.
• Minimum 5 years of post-specialization Neonatology experience.
• Valid DOH license or eligibility in Abu Dhabi.
• Experience working within JCI-accredited hospitals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in performance management, peer review and productivity reviews.
• Oversee clinical activities of junior medical staff and ensure quality patient care.
• Assist with scheduling and recruitment to ensure adequate medical coverage.
• Lead ward rounds and document clinical information clearly and timely.
• Promote quality improvement, audit results and CME participation.
• Foster clinical research and publication; stay abreast of medical literature.

Education

MBBS or equivalent; neonatology specialization

American Board/CCT UK/Australian Board in Neonatology

Minimum 5 years post-specialization Neonatology experience

Valid DOH license or eligibility (Abu Dhabi)

Experience in JCI-accredited hospitals (preferred)

Job description

• Managerial/AdministrationSupports, implements, and follows all hospital, departmental and divisional initiatives, policies and procedures
• Helps lead and implement the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes
• Participates in the organization’s performance management system, including peer review and the productivity and utilization review processes
• Assists with scheduling and supports the Division Chief in ensuring that adequate medical coverage is provided within the Division at all times
• Attends Divisional meetings as required
• Assists the Division Chief in the recruitment of new medical staff when appropriate
• Assumes other administrative or clinical duties as requested by the Division Chief
• Oversees the clinical activities of the junior medical staff and is assumes responsibility for the care they provide
• Complies with all established hospital polices regarding admissions, consultations, daily patient care, surgical procedures, discharge protocols, outpatient and follow up practices
• Practices appropriate utilization of the organization’s resources
• Leads ward round; reassesses both inpatients and outpatients on a regular basis, in line with established best practice
• Accurately documents all relevant clinical information in a clear and timely fashion in accordance with established procedures
• Regularly reviews results of all investigations and modifies treatment as required
• Liaises with other medical specialties and support services for additional input as required
  Quality & SafetyHelps lead quality improvement within the Department
• Supports a culture of regular audit and encourages the use of audit results for improving clinical practice
• Supports the reporting, investigation, and response to untoward incidents
• EducationFosters a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement across the Department by:
• Promoting and assisting in the instruction, guidance and supervision of junior medical staff (required)
• Facilitating the provision of essential training relevant to clinical staff in the specialty
• Showing commitment to Continued Medical Education (CME)
• Promotes and participates in clinical research and publication
• Keeps abreast of the current, relevant literature and the latest trends and technologies in the industry.

Qualifications

Qualification:
a. Tier 1: NLT 2 years relevant experience as a consultant or equivalent post board certification.
b. Tier 2: NLT 8 years full-time employment as a Consultant or equivalent post board certification (includes years in fellowship training) in internationally accredited institute.
For UAE Nationals
Clinical Fellowship training following primary specialty board may substitute for experience as follows:
Each year of clinical fellowship is counted as two years of clinical

Additional Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) and specialization in Neonatology
• American Board, CCT UK, Australian Board, any Western Board, Fellowship or additional certification in Neonatology
• Minimum of 5 years of post-specialization experience in Neonatology
• Valid DOH (Department of Health - Abu Dhabi) License or eligibility.
• Experience working within JCI-accredited hospitals is preferred.

About Us

Abu Dhabi Healthcare Company (SEHA) is the largest and most comprehensive healthcare network in the UAE that was established in 2007 with the objective of operating all public hospitals and clinics across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
SEHA is committed to delivering world-class healthcare services using the most advanced diagnostics and systems across its network of public healthcare centers and hospitals in addition to partnering with global leaders in healthcare, including world renowned organizations such as the Mayo Clinic.

About the Team

Tawam Hospital is a premier 461 bed tertiary care facility located in Al Ain and is one of the largest hospitals in the UAE.Tawam offers services in specialties including oncology, neonatal care, emergency medicine, intensive care, surgery, urology, family medicine, fertility services, neurosurgery,

Job Info

• Job Identification 1259
• Job Category Medical
• Posting Date 09/07/2026, 04:57 AM
• Apply Before 11/30/2026, 04:57 AM
• Degree Level Doctorate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Working Type Regular
• Locations Al Maqam, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, AE "Tawam, Near Abela Supermarket", Abu Dhabi, AE
• Business Unit SEHA BU
• Legal Employer Abu Dhabi Health Services .Co ( Psc )