Consultant Pediatric Intensivist PICU

Stafmed; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Stafmed is recruiting a highly experienced Consultant Pediatric Intensivist (PICU Consultant) for a full-time role at a leading hospital in the UAE. You will lead pediatric critical care in the PICU, guiding care for complex cases and overseeing advanced procedures.

The role requires board certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and eligibility for DHA/DOH/MOHAP licensing. Strong leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams are essential to deliver excellent patient

Qualifications

• Board-certified in pediatric critical care medicine with extensive PICU experience.
• Eligibility for consultant licensing with DHA/DOH/MOHAP.
• Strong leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical care management for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
• Manage complex medical, surgical, and postoperative pediatric intensive care cases.
• Perform and oversee advanced critical care procedures and interventions.
• Manage respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, trauma, and multi-organ dysfunction in pediatric patients.
• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-operative critical care support.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and guidelines.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, surgeons, and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Participate in clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support medical education, training, and departmental development.

Skills

PICU experience

Critical care management

Leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Board certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Tier 1 qualification (ABMS/RCPSC/UK CCT)

Job description

Stafmed is currently recruiting a highly experienced Consultant Pediatric Intensivist (PICU Consultant) for an exciting full-time position with a leading hospital in the UAE.

About the Role

We are seeking a distinguished Consultant Pediatric Intensivist with extensive expertise in managing critically ill pediatric patients within a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) setting. The successful candidate will provide advanced critical care services, utilizing evidence-based practices, advanced monitoring techniques, and multidisciplinary approaches to deliver high-quality care for complex pediatric cases. The successful candidate will join a progressive healthcare setting committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centred pediatric intensive care services.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical care management for critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU
• Manage complex medical, surgical, and post-operative pediatric intensive care cases
• Perform and oversee advanced critical care procedures and interventions
• Manage respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, trauma, and multi-organ dysfunction in pediatric patients
• Provide comprehensive pre-operative, operative, and post-operative critical care support
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment and evidence-based guidelines
• Collaborate with pediatricians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support medical education, training, and departmental development

Qualifications

• Board certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine / Pediatric Intensive Care
• Recognised Tier 1 qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Minimum 3-5 years of post-specialisation experience in Pediatric Intensive Care
• Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP

Required Skills

• Extensive experience in Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
• Expertise in managing critically ill pediatric patients
• Advanced airway and respiratory support management
• Experience with pediatric emergency and critical care procedures
• Strong clinical decision-making and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork abilities
• Strong commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and quality improvement

Compensation

An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on qualifications, clinical expertise, and experience.