Senior Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consultant

SEHA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

SEHA is seeking a senior clinician to lead and supervise high-quality care across the specialty. This role involves diagnosing, planning, and managing treatment, with active involvement in ward rounds and both inpatient and outpatient care.

You will supervise junior staff, collaborate with other specialties, and participate in on-call duties, audits, and risk management. Strong communication with patients and families is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating all patients within the post holder's specialty.
• Conduct patient examinations, take detailed medical histories, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications and therapies, and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Oversee the clinical activities of junior medical staff (specialists, GP’s and Residents), and actively participate in their instruction, guidance, and supervision.
• Liaise with other medical specialties and support services and participate in multi-disciplinary meetings to ensure holistic patient care.
• Participate in and ensure the provision of out-of-hours (on-call) coverage on a rotational basis, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion. Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and patient safety standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, performance management systems (including peer review), and proactive risk management to foster continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
• Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner, ensuring informed consent is obtained for procedures.

Job description

SEHA is seeking a senior clinician to lead and supervise high-quality care across the specialty. This role involves diagnosing, planning, and managing treatment, with active involvement in ward rounds and both inpatient and outpatient care.

You will supervise junior staff, collaborate with other specialties, and participate in on-call duties, audits, and risk management. Strong communication with patients and families is essential.