Senior Pediatric Surgeon - Neonatal & Minimally Invasive

Astra ProMed; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Licensing assistance

Job summary

Astra ProMed in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon to lead pediatric surgical care across congenital and neonatal conditions. The role emphasizes minimally invasive approaches, multidisciplinary collaboration, and high standards of patient safety.

The successful candidate will have international qualifications and 5–10 years of post-specialization experience, enabling leadership in complex pediatric surgeries and delivery of excellent patient care in a premier healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold MBBS/MD and pediatric surgery qualification.
• Postgraduate pediatric surgery qualification or subspecialty training.
• Board-certified or equivalent consultant-level license.
• Internationally recognized qualifications are desirable.
• 5–10 years of post-specialization experience.
• Eligible for DOH Abu Dhabi pediatric surgery license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage congenital abnormalities and pediatric surgical conditions.
• Perform general pediatric surgeries within privileges.
• Evaluate neonatal GI abnormalities and congenital malformations.
• Perform laparoscopic and minimally invasive pediatric surgery.
• Manage pediatric surgical emergencies and abdominal trauma.
• Conduct pre-operative assessments and plan treatments.
• Interpret ultrasound, CT, MRI, and pediatric imaging.
• Provide post-operative care and manage complications.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, anesthesiologists, and teams.
• Communicate with parents about procedures and recovery.
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations and infection control.

Skills

Neonatal surgery

Pediatric abdominal surgery

Minimally invasive pediatric surgery

Emergency pediatric management

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MBBS/MD degree

Postgraduate qualification in Pediatric Surgery

Board certification

International qualifications desirable

Job description

Astra ProMed in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon to lead pediatric surgical care across congenital and neonatal conditions. The role emphasizes minimally invasive approaches, multidisciplinary collaboration, and high standards of patient safety.

The successful candidate will have international qualifications and 5–10 years of post-specialization experience, enabling leadership in complex pediatric surgeries and delivery of excellent patient care in a premier healthcare setting.