Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on high-risk pregnancy management, advanced fetal imaging, and prenatal diagnostics within a tertiary obstetric service.

The candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide family counselling, participate in clinical governance, and supervise residents and sonographers.

Qualifications

• Medical degree, MBBS, MD, or equivalent.
• Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Subspecialty certification or fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine or Fetal Medicine from a recognized international institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and management of high-risk pregnancies involving maternal medical complications, fetal anomalies, multiple gestations, and risk of preterm birth.
• Perform and interpret detailed fetal anomaly scans, fetal echocardiography, Doppler studies, and fetal growth assessments.
• Conduct prenatal diagnostic procedures including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and fetal sampling when clinically required.
• Provide expert counselling to patients and families regarding fetal conditions, genetic risks, diagnostic findings, and management options.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with neonatology, genetics, radiology, anesthesia, and other relevant specialties.

Skills

High-risk pregnancy

Fetal imaging

Prenatal diagnostics

Multidisciplinary care

Residency supervision

Education

MBBS/MD

OBGYN board certification

MFM fellowship

Job description

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Job Snapshot Role: Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Experience: Minimum 3-5 years post-fellowship experience in Maternal-Fetal Medicine Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview A Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates for an experienced physician with advanced expertise in high-risk pregnancy management, fetal imaging, prenatal diagnostics, and complex maternal-fetal care. The role focuses on evidence-based, patient-centered care for mothers and unborn babies while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary clinical teams and maintaining international standards in maternal-fetal medicine. Key responsibilities extend across advanced fetal assessment, prenatal diagnostic procedures, family counselling, clinical governance, professional education, and the management of complex pregnancies within a tertiary-level obstetric service.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Physician Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Maternal-Fetal Medicine Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and management of high-risk pregnancies involving maternal medical complications, fetal anomalies, multiple gestations, and risk of preterm birth.
• Perform and interpret detailed fetal anomaly scans, fetal echocardiography, Doppler studies, and fetal growth assessments.
• Conduct prenatal diagnostic procedures including amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling, and fetal sampling when clinically required.
• Provide expert counselling to patients and families regarding fetal conditions, genetic risks, diagnostic findings, and available management pathways.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with neonatology, genetics, radiology, anesthesia, and other relevant specialties to support maternal and fetal outcomes.
• Participate in fetal therapy planning and coordinate appropriate referrals for intrauterine interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation, clinical reporting, and follow-up for maternal-fetal medicine cases.
• Contribute to departmental quality improvement, clinical governance, and patient-safety initiatives.
• Supervise and mentor residents, fellows, and sonographers working in maternal-fetal medicine.
• Participate in departmental on-call duties as required.
• Take part in research, clinical audits, and continuous professional development activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Medical degree, MBBS, MD, or equivalent.
• Board Certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Subspecialty certification or fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine or Fetal Medicine from a recognized international institution.
• Minimum 3-5 years of post-fellowship experience in maternal-fetal medicine.
• Demonstrated expertise in advanced fetal imaging and high-risk pregnancy management.
• Experience delivering multidisciplinary care within a tertiary-level obstetric service.

Clinical Expertise

The position requires advanced capability in maternal-fetal medicine, particularly the management of medically and obstetrically complex pregnancies. Strong competence in fetal imaging, prenatal diagnostics, fetal echocardiography, Doppler assessment, invasive prenatal procedures, family counselling, and multidisciplinary care coordination is central to the role. The specialist is also expected to contribute to the development of clinical knowledge within the department through supervision, research, audit activities, and continued professional development.