Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine – Abu Dhabi

Allocation Assist; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Family benefits

Health insurance

Annual airfare

Paid annual leave

CME support

Job summary

Allocation Assist in the United Arab Emirates seeks a Consultant in Pediatric Emergency Medicine to provide expert emergency care for infants, children, and adolescents in a tertiary setting in Abu Dhabi. You will lead stabilization, resuscitation, and complex procedures while coordinating with subspecialists and contributing to teaching and audits.

The role requires MBBS or equivalent, board certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, valid DOH license, and 5–7 years post-board experience.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
• Board Certification / Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine with Pediatric Emergency specialization.
• Valid DOH Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
• Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric emergency medicine within a tertiary care hospital.
• Certification in PALS, ACLS, and ATLS preferred.
• Strong expertise in pediatric resuscitation and critical emergency care.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric emergency cases including medical, surgical, and trauma-related emergencies.
• Provide immediate stabilization and advanced resuscitation for critically ill or injured pediatric patients.
• Manage emergency procedures such as airway management, intubation, lumbar puncture, sedation, and trauma care.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric subspecialists, intensivists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff within the emergency department.
• Ensure accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, disaster management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to teaching, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education programs.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety.

Skills

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Resuscitation

Leadership

Communication

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Board Certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

DOH License/Eligibility Pediatric Emergency Medicine

5-7 years post-board experience

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide expert emergency medical care to infants, children, and adolescents presenting with acute illnesses, trauma, and life-threatening conditions while ensuring high standards of patient-centered and evidence-based care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage pediatric emergency cases including medical, surgical, and trauma-related emergencies.
• Provide immediate stabilization and advanced resuscitation for critically ill or injured pediatric patients.
• Manage emergency procedures such as airway management, intubation, lumbar puncture, sedation, and trauma care.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric subspecialists, intensivists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.
• Supervise and support junior medical staff within the emergency department.
• Ensure accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, disaster management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to teaching, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education programs.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
• Board Certification / Fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or Emergency Medicine with Pediatric Emergency specialization.
• Valid DOH Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in Pediatric Emergency Medicine.
• Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric emergency medicine within a tertiary care hospital.
• Certification in PALS, ACLS, and ATLS preferred.
• Strong expertise in pediatric resuscitation and critical emergency care.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision‑making skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in pediatric trauma centers or academic hospitals.
• Exposure to pediatric critical care and disaster medicine.
• Research and teaching experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Competitive tax‑free salary
• Family benefits
• Health insurance
• Annual airfare allowance
• Paid annual leave
• CME and professional development support