# Consultant Paediatric Intensivist / Emergency Medicine (Western qualified)

**Company:** [SearchPlus HR](null/companies/oxaCutQKxqNkscFoJpAQEd.md)
**Location:** Dubai, United Arab Emirates
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

A **leading tertiary hospital in the UAE** is seeking an experienced **Consultant Paediatric Intensivist / Emergency Medicine Physician** to join its Paediatric Critical Care and Emergency team.

### Position Summary

The successful candidate will provide consultant-level care to critically ill children and paediatric emergency patients, managing complex acute cases in a high-volume clinical environment. The role involves working closely with PICU, Paediatrics, Neonatology, Emergency Medicine and other specialist teams.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Assess and manage critically ill paediatric patients in the **PICU and Emergency Department**.
-   Lead the management of paediatric medical and surgical emergencies.
-   Provide advanced resuscitation and stabilization of critically ill children.
-   Manage respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, trauma and other critical conditions.
-   Perform and supervise appropriate critical-care procedures.
-   Participate in emergency response and paediatric resuscitation.
-   Coordinate patient care with Paediatrics, Neonatology, Anaesthesia, Surgery and other specialties.
-   Conduct clinical rounds and develop individualized treatment plans.
-   Provide consultation and support to emergency and inpatient teams.
-   Supervise and mentor junior doctors and residents.
-   Participate in MDT meetings, clinical audits and quality-improvement initiatives.
-   Support teaching, training and development of paediatric critical-care services.

## Requirements

-   Medical degree with recognised postgraduate qualification in **Paediatrics / Paediatric Critical Care / Emergency Medicine**.
-   **American Board, Canadian Board, Australian Board, Irish Board, CCT/CCST or equivalent** preferred.
-   Consultant-level experience in Paediatric Intensive Care and/or Paediatric Emergency Medicine.
-   Strong experience managing critically ill and emergency paediatric patients.
-   Experience in a tertiary or quaternary hospital/PICU preferred.
-   Eligible for **DHA/DoH/MOHAP Consultant licensing**.
-   Excellent clinical, communication and leadership skills.

## Benefits

-   **Competitive tax-free salary** in line with qualifications and experience.
-   **Performance-based incentives** where applicable.
-   **Annual air ticket** or travel allowance, depending on the employer's policy.
-   **Paid annual leave** in accordance with UAE employment regulations.
-   **Health insurance coverage**.
-   **Visa and work permit sponsorship**.
-   **Professional licensing and credentialing support**.
-   **Relocation assistance** where included in the employer's package.
-   **Family visa support** may be available depending on the employment package.
-   Modern clinical facilities equipped with advanced medical technology.
-   Opportunity to work alongside **internationally trained healthcare professionals**.
-   Diverse and multicultural patient population.
-   Excellent opportunities for **professional development and career progression**.
-   Long-term employment opportunities with reputable healthcare organizations in the UAE.
-   Attractive **work-life balance** and access to the UAE's high-quality lifestyle.