Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics

Allocation Assist Middle East; Al Ain; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family benefits

Health insurance

Annual airfare allowance

Paid annual leave

CME and professional development

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics for a specialist opportunity in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The role involves diagnosing, treating, and providing long-term medical care for infants, children, and adolescents with inherited metabolic disorders and genetic conditions.

The consultant will coordinate individualized treatment plans, provide inpatient and outpatient consultations, and support families through diagnosis and ongoing disease

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
• Board certification or fellowship in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics, Clinical Genetics, or Metabolic Medicine.
• Valid DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in the relevant medical specialty.
• Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric metabolic genetics.
• Strong clinical expertise in inherited metabolic disorders and pediatric genetic diseases.
• Advanced analytical and diagnostic skills for interpreting metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations.
• Excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with specialist medical teams in complex pediatric cases.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage inherited metabolic disorders and genetic diseases affecting infants, children, and adolescents.
• Assess pediatric patients presenting with suspected metabolic conditions, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and rare genetic syndromes.
• Interpret metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations to support accurate diagnosis and clinical management.
• Review newborn screening results and coordinate appropriate follow-up investigations and treatment.
• Develop individualized treatment strategies and long-term management plans for children with metabolic and genetic disorders.
• Provide specialist inpatient and outpatient consultations for pediatric metabolic genetics cases.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric neurologists, dietitians, genetic counselors, laboratory specialists, and other multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Provide medical counseling and education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, inheritance patterns, and long-term care requirements.
• Participate in newborn screening programs and the clinical management of metabolic emergencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Department of Health Abu Dhabi regulations and applicable hospital policies.
• Contribute to clinical research, medical audits, teaching activities, and continuous medical education.
• Support evidence-based clinical practice and coordinated care for children with complex inherited metabolic and genetic conditions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical genetics knowledge

Newborn screening expertise

Pediatric metabolic genetics

Education

MBBS or equivalent medical degree

Board certification in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics or Clinical Genetics

DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant License or Eligibility Letter

Job description

Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics Job Snapshot - Role: Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics - Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Hospital and Health Care - Function: Physician - Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a highly qualified Consultant in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics for a specialist opportunity at a leading healthcare facility in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will diagnose, treat, and provide long-term medical care for infants, children, and adolescents affected by inherited metabolic disorders and genetic conditions. The position requires advanced expertise in pediatric metabolic medicine, clinical genetics, newborn screening, and the management of complex or rare inherited diseases. Working within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment, the consultant will coordinate individualized treatment plans, provide specialist inpatient and outpatient consultations, and support families through diagnosis, ongoing treatment, and long-term disease management.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Al Ain

Industry: Hospital and Health Care

Function: Physician

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Full Time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage inherited metabolic disorders and genetic diseases affecting infants, children, and adolescents.
• Assess pediatric patients presenting with suspected metabolic conditions, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and rare genetic syndromes.
• Interpret metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations to support accurate diagnosis and clinical management.
• Review newborn screening results and coordinate appropriate follow-up investigations and treatment.
• Develop individualized treatment strategies and long-term management plans for children with metabolic and genetic disorders.
• Provide specialist inpatient and outpatient consultations for pediatric metabolic genetics cases.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric neurologists, dietitians, genetic counselors, laboratory specialists, and other multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Provide medical counseling and education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, inheritance patterns, and long-term care requirements.
• Participate in newborn screening programs and the clinical management of metabolic emergencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Department of Health Abu Dhabi regulations and applicable hospital policies.
• Contribute to clinical research, medical audits, teaching activities, and continuous medical education.
• Support evidence-based clinical practice and coordinated care for children with complex inherited metabolic and genetic conditions.

Qualifications and Professional Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by the Department of Health Abu Dhabi.
• Board certification or fellowship in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics, Clinical Genetics, or Metabolic Medicine.
• Valid DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in the relevant medical specialty.
• Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric metabolic genetics within a tertiary care or academic hospital.
• Strong clinical expertise in inherited metabolic disorders and pediatric genetic diseases.
• Advanced analytical and diagnostic skills for interpreting metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations.
• Excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with specialist medical teams in complex pediatric cases.

Specialist Clinical Expertise

The position requires comprehensive knowledge of pediatric metabolic genetics and the ability to manage inherited disorders requiring specialized investigations and long-term medical supervision.

• Diagnosis and management of inherited metabolic diseases.
• Clinical evaluation of rare pediatric genetic syndromes.
• Assessment of developmental delays and neuromuscular conditions associated with metabolic or genetic disorders.
• Interpretation of biochemical, metabolic, and genetic diagnostic investigations.
• Newborn screening evaluation and follow-up care.
• Management of metabolic emergencies in pediatric patients.
• Individualized treatment planning and long-term clinical monitoring.
• Family counseling regarding genetic inheritance, treatment options, and ongoing care.
• Multidisciplinary coordination for children with complex medical needs.

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Practical experience in newborn screening programs and metabolic emergency management protocols.
• Exposure to rare disease programs and genomic medicine.
• Research publications or academic experience in pediatric metabolic genetics or related medical specialties.
• Ability to work effectively within a multicultural healthcare environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based patient care.

Multidisciplinary Care and Family Support

The Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics will work closely with medical specialists and allied healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for children with inherited metabolic and genetic disorders. The role requires clear communication with patients and families, particularly when explaining complex diagnoses, genetic inheritance patterns, treatment decisions, and long-term management requirements. Collaboration with neonatology, pediatric neurology, clinical nutrition, genetic counseling, and laboratory services will support coordinated investigations and individualized patient management.

Clinical Research and Professional Development

The successful candidate will participate in activities that support the ongoing development of pediatric metabolic genetics services. These activities include clinical research, medical audits, professional teaching, and continuous medical education. The position also involves maintaining awareness of developments in rare disease management, genomic medicine, newborn screening, and evidence-based treatment approaches relevant to pediatric metabolic conditions.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary.
• Family benefits.
• Health insurance.
• Annual airfare allowance.
• Paid annual leave.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) and professional development support.

About the Opportunity

This consultant-level position offers an opportunity to provide specialized pediatric metabolic genetics services at a leading healthcare facility in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The role combines advanced clinical diagnosis, management of inherited metabolic and genetic diseases, multidisciplinary patient care, family counseling, and participation in academic and professional development activities. It is suited to an experienced consultant with recognized specialist qualifications, substantial post-board clinical experience, and DOH Abu Dhabi Consultant licensing or eligibility. The successful candidate will contribute to the long-term care and clinical management of children with complex metabolic and genetic conditions while supporting high standards of patient safety, medical professionalism, and evidence-based healthcare.