PICU Leaders – Drive Critical Care Innovation in Dubai

Allocation Assist; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dubai is seeking an experienced Consultant Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Specialist to lead a state-of-the-art PICU. This role involves overseeing the care of critically ill pediatric patients, performing advanced life-saving interventions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a medical degree, board certification, and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience. A competitive tax-free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive medical insurance

Relocation assistance

Opportunities for advanced training

Access to cutting-edge facilities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of post-board certification experience as a Consultant in a reputed PICU setting.
• Eligibility for DHA licensing to practice in Dubai.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and advancing PICU care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill pediatric patients.
• Perform advanced life-saving interventions such as mechanical ventilation and ECMO.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide integrated holistic care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Advanced pediatric intensive care techniques

Education

Medical degree (MD or equivalent)

Board certification in Pediatric Intensive Care

Western education/training (e.g., USA, UK, Canada)

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced C onultant Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Specialist to lead a state-of-the-art PICU in Dubai. This role demands clinical excellence leadership and a multidisciplinary approach to deliver outstanding outcomes for pediatric patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the diagnosis, treatment and management of critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU with a range of medical and surgical conditions
• Perform advanced life‑saving interventions including mechanical ventilation, extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and invasive hemodynamic monitoring
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team comprising pediatricians, surgeons, nurses, respiratory therapists and other specialists to ensure integrated holistic care
• Design and implement individualized treatment and recovery plans tailored to the specific needs of critically ill children
• Provide leadership in quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocols and patient safety strategies within the PICU
• Support and mentor junior medical staff and contribute to the training of fellows, residents and other healthcare professionals
• Engage in clinical research and stay updated on emerging trends in pediatric intensive care medicine
• Adhere to UAE healthcare regulations and uphold international standards of patient safety and care excellence

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from a recognized institution
• Board certification in Pediatric Intensive Care or Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
• Western education and/or training (e.g., USA, UK, Canada or equivalent) is mandatory
• A minimum of 3-5 years of post‑board certification experience as a Consultant in a reputed PICU setting
• Expertise in handling high‑acuity cases and advanced pediatric intensive care techniques
• Strong leadership, communication and collaboration skills with a family‑centered care philosophy
• Eligibility for DHA licensing to practice in Dubai
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and advancing PICU care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax‑free salary complemented by performance‑based incentives
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for the consultant and their family
• Relocation assistance including housing and transportation allowances for international candidates
• Opportunities for advanced training, research involvement and continuous professional growth
• Access to cutting‑edge facilities and world‑class PICU technologies