Consultant Neonatologist - NICU Care

Allocation Assist Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Modern NICU facilities

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative healthcare environment

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant Neonatologist to lead advanced neonatal care in a high-acuity NICU in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You will manage critically ill newborns, collaborate with pediatricians and nurses, and educate families on post-discharge care.

The ideal candidate has a medical degree with Neonatology or Pediatric Critical Care specialization and at least 3 years of NICU experience, with licensure eligibility in Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Medical degree with specialization in Neonatology or Pediatric Critical Care
• Minimum 3 years of consultant-level NICU experience
• Valid licensure or eligibility to practice in Saudi Arabia
• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal intensive care

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized medical care to newborns in the NICU
• Diagnose and treat prematurity, respiratory distress, and congenital conditions
• Monitor critically ill infants and perform stabilization interventions
• Interpret diagnostic investigations including imaging and labs
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pediatricians and nurses
• Educate parents on newborn care and post-discharge management
• Maintain accurate medical documentation
• Stay updated with NICU advancements

Skills

Neonatal intensive care management

Respiratory support

Diagnostic interpretation

Multidisciplinary coordination

Family counseling

Clinical documentation

Education

Medical degree with Neonatology or Pediatric Critical Care specialization

Job description

Consultant Neonatologist - NICU Care Job Snapshot

Consultant Neonatologist Riyadh Saudi Arabia Hospital and Health Care opportunity for a skilled NICU specialist to deliver advanced neonatal intensive care, managing critically ill newborns and improving survival outcomes in a high-acuity clinical setting.

• Role: Consultant Neonatologist
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Industry: Hospital and Health Care
• Function: Medical Practitioner
• Experience: 3 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Riyadh
• Industry: Hospital and Health Care
• Function: Medical Practitioner
• Salary: 55000-80000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

This role focuses on delivering life-saving neonatal care in the NICU, ensuring optimal management of premature and critically ill infants. The position supports multidisciplinary collaboration and contributes to improving neonatal outcomes and family-centered care practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized medical care to newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Diagnose and treat conditions including prematurity, respiratory distress, and congenital abnormalities
• Monitor critically ill infants and perform necessary interventions to stabilize patients
• Interpret diagnostic investigations such as imaging and laboratory tests
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including pediatricians and nurses
• Educate parents on newborn care and post-discharge management
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical documentation
• Stay updated with advancements in neonatology and NICU practices

Ideal Profile

• Medical degree with specialization in Neonatology or Pediatric Critical Care
• Minimum 3 years of consultant-level NICU experience
• Valid licensure or eligibility to practice in Saudi Arabia
• Strong clinical expertise in neonatal intensive care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care

Skills Set

• Neonatal intensive care management
• Respiratory support and ventilation
• Diagnostic interpretation and monitoring
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Family counseling and education
• Clinical documentation and compliance

Why Join Us

• Competitive tax-free salary with comprehensive benefits
• Work in a modern NICU with advanced medical technology
• Exposure to complex neonatal cases
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative healthcare environment
• Strong demand for neonatal specialists in Saudi Arabia

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East is a Dubai-based healthcare recruitment firm connecting experienced medical professionals with leading hospitals across the Middle East, supporting excellence in patient care and advanced clinical services.