Consultant Pediatric Infectious Disease

SearchPlus HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation support

Credentialing guidance

Job summary

SearchPlus HR is seeking an experienced Consultant Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist to join a leading UAE healthcare organisation. The role involves expert diagnosis, management of infections in infants, children and adolescents, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Tier 1 / Western qualifications preferred; Arabic-speaking candidates are preferred. UAE licensing and relocation support may be provided, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Medical degree with recognised specialist qualification in Pediatrics and subspecialty training in Pediatric Infectious Diseases.
• Consultant-level experience in Pediatric Infectious Disease.
• Tier 1 / Western qualification preferred, including UK CCST/CCT or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist consultation, diagnosis, and follow-up for pediatric infectious diseases.
• Manage bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections in children.
• Collaborate with PICU, neonatology, hematology/oncology, and other teams.
• Support antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention measures.
• Educate patients and families on infection prevention and treatments.
• Participate in governance, teaching, and continuing professional development.

Education

Medical degree with specialist qualification in Pediatrics

Pediatric Infectious Diseases fellowship

Job description

Consultant Pediatric Infectious Disease – UAE

Location: UAE – Dubai / Abu Dhabi / Al Ain
Position: Consultant Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist
Employment Type: Full-Time
Qualification: Tier 1 / Western Qualified Preferred
Language: Arabic Speaker Preferred

About the Opportunity

SearchPlus HR is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Consultant Pediatric Infectious Disease Specialist to join one of the leading healthcare organisations in the UAE.

The successful candidate will provide expert diagnosis and management of infectious diseases in infants, children, and adolescents, working closely with pediatricians, intensivists, microbiologists, infection‑control teams, and other specialists.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist consultation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow‑up for pediatric infectious diseases.
• Manage common and complex bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections.
• Evaluate and manage children with recurrent, persistent, or complicated infections.
• Provide specialist input for children with fever of unknown origin and complex infectious presentations.
• Manage infections in immunocompromised and medically complex pediatric patients.
• Provide antimicrobial management and contribute to appropriate antimicrobial stewardship.
• Assist in the diagnosis and management of travel‑related and tropical infections where relevant.
• Collaborate with microbiology and laboratory teams regarding diagnostic investigations and antimicrobial sensitivities.
• Work closely with PICU, neonatology, hematology/oncology, immunology, pulmonology, and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide guidance regarding infection prevention and control measures.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare professionals regarding infection prevention, treatment, and appropriate antimicrobial use.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching, research, and continuing professional development.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with applicable UAE healthcare standards.

Medical degree with a recognised specialist qualification in Pediatrics and subspecialty/fellowship training in Pediatric Infectious Diseases.

Proven Consultant-level experience in Pediatric Infectious Disease.

Strong experience managing complex pediatric infectious disease cases.

Tier 1 / Western qualification strongly preferred, including:

• UK CCT / CCST
• American Board
• Canadian Board / RCPSC
• Irish specialist qualification
• Australian / New Zealand specialist qualification
• Other recognised international qualifications may be considered.

Eligible for Consultant-level UAE licensing, subject to assessment by the relevant health authority.

Arabic-speaking candidates are preferred.

Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience in a leading international or Western healthcare institution is advantageous.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Consultant-level position with a leading healthcare organisation.

Modern facilities and advanced clinical infrastructure.

Multidisciplinary and internationally experienced medical team.

Excellent professional development and career‑growth opportunities.

Relocation support, subject to employer policy.

Guidance throughout the UAE credentialing and licensing process.