Consultant Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Fakeeh University Hospital; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai invites an experienced Consultant Pediatric Critical Care to join the PICU team. You will provide high-quality care to critically ill children in a tertiary setting, following evidence-based standards and Fakeeh bylaws.

The role requires DHA license eligibility, a postgraduate pediatrics qualification and an international fellowship in pediatric critical care. You will lead complex cases, mentor junior doctors and contribute to clinical governance and teaching.

Qualifications

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree with a recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics.
• Recognized Fellowship/Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care/PICU or equivalent.
• Relevant post-specialization experience in Pediatric Critical Care/PICU meeting DHA PQR Consultant requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive management of critically ill neonates, infants, children and adolescents in the PICU.
• Manage complex pediatric medical and surgical cases, including respiratory failure, sepsis, shock and multi-organ dysfunction.
• Expertise in mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, airway management and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Perform and supervise relevant pediatric critical care procedures and emergency interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, resuscitation and clinical decision-making.
• Collaborate with Pediatric Surgery, Cardiology, Anesthesia and other specialties.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching and supervision of junior doctors

Skills

Excellent clinical judgment

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Leadership/mentorship

Education

MBBS with pediatric postgraduate qualification

Fellowship/Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care

Job description

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Consultant Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Fakeeh Health is a pioneering healthcare group brought to the UAE by the esteemed founders of Fakeeh Care Group, KSA. With a strong legacy in clinical excellence, research & innovation, and academic integration, Fakeeh Health stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering holistic, high-quality, and accessible healthcare.

Fakeeh Health includes a network of patient-focused facilities led by our flagship, Fakeeh University Hospital, where Person-Centered Care (PCC) guides both patient and employee experiences. As a Planetree-aligned organization, we foster a supportive and empowering work culture. Our network also includes Fakeeh MediCenters across Dubai for accessible primary care, the tech-enabled Fakeeh Smart Clinic for hybrid physical and virtual care, and Fakeeh DaySurge, focused on minimally invasive, same-day procedures.

Aligned with our organizational values and PCC goals, we value professionals who bring experience in community engagement or corporate social responsibility (CSR), as such backgrounds reflect our shared commitment to meaningful social impact and community upliftment.

JOB PURPOSE:

Performs assessment and management of patients with an evidence-based approach, according to standards of care, and in compliance with Fakeeh Care bylaws, policies and procedures.

Consultant Pediatric Critical Care will provide high-quality care to critically ill pediatric patients in a tertiary-care setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide comprehensive management of critically ill neonates, infants, children and adolescents in the PICU.
• Manage complex pediatric medical and surgical cases, including respiratory failure, sepsis, shock and multi-organ dysfunction.
• Expertise in mechanical ventilation, non-invasive ventilation, airway management and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Perform and supervise relevant pediatric critical care procedures and emergency interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, resuscitation and clinical decision-making.
• Collaborate with Pediatric Surgery, Cardiology, Anesthesia and other specialties.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching and supervision of junior doctors

Qualifications, Experience & Skills:

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree with a recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics.
• Recognized Fellowship/Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care/Pediatric Intensive Care or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Relevant post-specialization experience in Pediatric Critical Care/PICU, meeting DHA PQR Consultant requirements.

8-10 years experience in a tertiary-care hospital or high-volume PICU is preferred.

• Excellent clinical judgment, communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Strong independent experience managing complex PICU cases and critically ill pediatric patients.

DHA License / DHA Eligibility as Consultant Pediatric Critical Care essential.