A hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its Pediatric Surgery and Neonatal Surgical Services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant / Specialist Pediatric Surgeon to join its specialized children’s healthcare team. This role focuses on delivering complex surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents , within a modern pediatric environment supported by neonatal ICU (NICU), pediatric ICU (PICU), and advanced surgical infrastructure.
The hospital offers a comprehensive pediatric care model , integrating neonatology, pediatric intensive care, anesthesiology, and subspecialty services to manage a wide spectrum of congenital and acquired conditions requiring surgical intervention.
Role Overview
Healthcare Setting: Tertiary-care hospital with dedicated pediatric and neonatal surgical services
Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist
Practice Model: Outpatient consultations, elective and emergency pediatric surgeries, and inpatient care
The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of pediatric and neonatal conditions, ensuring high standards of safety, precision, and patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities – Pediatric Surgery
- Diagnose and manage surgical conditions in infants, children, and adolescents , including congenital and acquired disorders
- Perform pediatric surgical procedures , including neonatal surgeries, abdominal surgeries, soft tissue procedures, and minimally invasive surgeries
- Manage congenital anomalies , such as gastrointestinal malformations, hernias, and urogenital abnormalities
- Provide surgical care for pediatric trauma and emergency surgical conditions
- Perform laparoscopic and minimally invasive pediatric procedures where appropriate
- Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, anesthesiologists, and intensive care teams for comprehensive perioperative care
- Conduct pre-operative evaluation and post-operative management for pediatric patients
- Manage patients in NICU and PICU settings , ensuring coordinated multidisciplinary care
- Provide counselling and communication with parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis, surgical plans, and outcomes
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards
- Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives
- Ensure adherence to international pediatric surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations
Qualifications & Board Recognition
Applications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:
- American Board of Surgery with Pediatric Surgery Fellowship
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Arab Board in Pediatric Surgery
- MCh / DNB / FCPS/DM/DrNB/ MD Pediatric Surgery or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing . Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.
Benefits
- Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary
- Performance-based incentives
- Housing allowance or accommodation support
- Comprehensive family medical insurance
- Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
Licensing & Relocation Support
Full assistance will be provided for:
- Credential verification and documentation support
- Relocation assistance to Dubai / UAE
- Hospital onboarding and professional integration support
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