About the Company
Stafmed is currently recruiting a highly experienced Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist for an exciting full-time position with a leading hospital in the UAE.
About the Role
We are seeking a distinguished Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist with strong expertise in diagnosing and managing rheumatic, autoimmune, and inflammatory conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents.
The successful candidate will join a progressive clinical environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment for children with complex rheumatological conditions.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive pediatric rheumatology consultations, assessments, and treatment plans.
- Diagnose and manage pediatric rheumatic, autoimmune, and inflammatory diseases.
- Evaluate and treat conditions such as juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), vasculitis, and other connective tissue disorders.
- Manage complex and chronic rheumatological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.
- Interpret relevant laboratory investigations, immunological tests, and diagnostic imaging.
- Prescribe and monitor immunosuppressive therapies, biologic agents, and other disease-modifying treatments as appropriate.
- Monitor disease progression, treatment response, and potential medication-related complications.
- Collaborate with pediatricians, immunologists, nephrologists, dermatologists, orthopaedic specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide guidance and counselling to patients and their families regarding disease management and long-term care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support clinical education, training, and departmental development.
Qualifications
- Board certification in Pediatrics with recognised subspecialty training in Pediatric Rheumatology.
- Recognised Tier 1 qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, or an equivalent recognised qualification, subject to applicable licensing requirements.
- Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience, with significant experience in Pediatric Rheumatology.
- Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex pediatric rheumatological and autoimmune conditions.
Required Skills
- Strong expertise in Pediatric Rheumatology.
- Extensive experience in diagnosing and managing juvenile idiopathic arthritis and other pediatric autoimmune and inflammatory disorders.
- Knowledge of immunosuppressive therapies, biologic treatments, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs.
- Proficiency in interpreting immunological investigations and assessing complex clinical presentations.
- Strong clinical judgement and evidence-based decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and family-centred care skills.
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary clinical teams.
- Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
Compensation
An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on qualifications, clinical expertise, and experience.