Consultant NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Consultant

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 558,000 - 781,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary with strong consultant-level benefits package

Relocation assistance and visa support

Continuous professional development opportunities

Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of newborns

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a Consultant NICU to provide specialized care for critically ill newborns. This role involves developing treatment plans, monitoring conditions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, board certification in Neonatal Intensive Care, and at least 5 years of experience in a reputable hospital. Join us in Dubai for a rewarding career in a state-of-the-art NICU facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Consultant-level NICU experience in a reputable hospital or neonatal care center.
• Western-trained education or specialist clinical experience is mandatory.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for critically ill, premature, and high-risk newborns in the NICU.
• Conduct and interpret neonatal diagnostic tests and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor infant conditions closely and respond rapidly to medical emergencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care.

Skills

Neonatal intensive care medicine

Premature infant and critical newborn management

Neonatal ventilation and respiratory support

Advanced neonatal diagnostics and treatment planning

NICU clinical documentation and EMR systems

Parent counseling and neonatal education

Infection control and patient safety

Multidisciplinary neonatal care coordination

Education

Medical degree with Board Certification in Neonatal Intensive Care

Job description

Consultant NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care Consultant

Role: Consultant NICU

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Hospital and Health Care

Function: Medical Practitioner

Experience: Minimum 5 years

Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Dubai

Industry: Hospital and Health Care

Function: Medical Practitioner

Salary: 50,000-70,000

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Context

The Consultant NICU plays a critical role in improving survival and developmental outcomes for premature and critically ill newborns through advanced neonatal care and specialist intervention. The position supports families during highly sensitive medical situations while ensuring safe, evidence-based treatment and multidisciplinary collaboration across neonatal intensive care services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for critically ill, premature, and high‑risk newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit from admission to discharge
• Conduct and interpret neonatal diagnostic tests and develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings
• Monitor infant conditions closely, identify complications early, and respond rapidly to medical emergencies
• Manage neonatal ventilation, respiratory distress, infections, feeding challenges, and complex newborn conditions
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care
• Educate parents on neonatal care, feeding techniques, infant development, and post‑discharge follow‑up requirements
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant patient medical records and documentation
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in neonatal medicine and apply evidence‑based treatments where appropriate
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection control, and hospital safety protocols
• Train and supervise junior doctors and support the professional development of clinical colleagues

Ideal Profile

• Medical degree with Board Certification in Neonatal Intensive Care or equivalent specialist qualification
• Minimum 5 years of Consultant‑level NICU experience in a reputable hospital or neonatal care center
• Western‑trained education or specialist clinical experience is mandatory
• Strong expertise in neonatal intensive care, ventilation support, and management of premature infants
• Fluency in English is required and Arabic language skills are an advantage
• Excellent communication and family counseling abilities
• Strong problem‑solving, leadership, and critical decision‑making skills
• Professional, ethical, and deeply committed to high‑quality neonatal patient care

Skills Set

• Neonatal intensive care medicine
• Premature infant and critical newborn management
• Neonatal ventilation and respiratory support
• Advanced neonatal diagnostics and treatment planning
• NICU clinical documentation and EMR systems
• Parent counseling and neonatal education
• Infection control and patient safety
• Multidisciplinary neonatal care coordination

Why Join Us

• Competitive tax‑free salary with strong consultant‑level benefits package
• Relocation assistance and visa support for qualified international specialists
• Work in a state‑of‑the‑art NICU facility with the latest neonatal medical technology
• Continuous professional development and specialist career growth opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of newborns and families
• Long‑term consultant career progression in Dubai's leading healthcare sector