Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

Astra ProMed; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Dubai facility

Multidisciplinary team

Modern surgical facilities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Astra ProMed in Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Pediatric Surgeon to join our leading healthcare facility. You will provide comprehensive surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents, managing a broad range of congenital, developmental, and acquired conditions in a patient-centered environment.

The role requires a medical degree, specialist certification in General or Pediatric Surgery, and DHA licensing eligibility, with a strong track record in pediatric surgical

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Postgraduate qualification in General or Pediatric Surgery per UAE licensing.
• Fellowship or advanced training in Pediatric Surgery is highly desirable.
• Eligible for DHA Consultant license/eligibility in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage pediatric surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.
• Perform elective and emergency pediatric procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, radiologists, and other specialists.
• Provide surgical consultations and second opinions for complex cases.
• Counsel parents regarding diagnosis, options, risks, and outcomes.
• Ensure perioperative management, patient safety, and infection-control practices.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with UAE regulations.

Skills

Pediatric surgery expertise

General surgery

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication with families

Education

MBBS/MD

Postgraduate in General or Pediatric Surgery

Fellowship in Pediatric Surgery (desirable)

Job description

We're Hiring | Consultant Pediatric Surgeon

Location: Dubai

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Consultant Pediatric Surgeon to join a leading healthcare facility in Dubai. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive surgical care to infants, children, and adolescents, managing a broad range of congenital, developmental, and acquired surgical conditions while ensuring safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage pediatric surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents
• Perform elective and emergency pediatric surgical procedures within the scope of practice
• Manage congenital anomalies, abdominal conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, and other pediatric surgical conditions
• Perform appropriate minimally invasive and open surgical procedures, where qualified
• Evaluate and manage pediatric patients requiring preoperative and postoperative care
• Develop individualized treatment plans and coordinate multidisciplinary care
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, radiologists, and other specialists
• Provide surgical consultations and second opinions for complex pediatric cases
• Counsel parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical procedures, risks, and expected outcomes
• Ensure appropriate perioperative management, patient safety, and infection-control practices
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and facility policies
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and teaching activities where applicable

Requirements

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in General Surgery and/or Pediatric Surgery, in accordance with applicable UAE licensing requirements
• Additional fellowship or advanced training in Pediatric Surgery is highly desirable
• Eligible for or holding a valid DHA Consultant license/eligibility in the relevant specialty
• Demonstrated experience in pediatric surgical procedures and the management of complex pediatric cases
• Strong clinical, surgical, diagnostic, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children and their families
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice and continuous professional development

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional working environment in Dubai
• Opportunities to work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Access to modern surgical facilities and diagnostic resources
• Opportunities for professional growth and development