Paediatric Intensive Care Specialist (PICU) – Dubai

About the role

A leading Dubai hospital is looking for an experienced Paediatric Intensive Care Specialist to join its critical care team and provide high‑quality care to critically ill children.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage critically ill infants and children in the PICU.
• Monitor patients with life‑threatening illnesses and complex medical conditions.
• Handle paediatric emergencies, respiratory distress, shock and other critical conditions.
• Provide advanced paediatric life support and emergency interventions.
• Interpret laboratory results, imaging and clinical investigations.
• Coordinate care with paediatricians, nurses and multidisciplinary teams.
• Communicate treatment plans to parents and families.
• Maintain accurate medical records and follow hospital protocols.

Required profile

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent) with a recognised postgraduate qualification in Paediatrics.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing critically ill paediatric patients in a hospital setting.
• Strong clinical decision‑making and emergency management skills.
• Eligibility for DHA, DOH, MOH or SHA licensing.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS) certification.
• Emergency paediatric care and shock management.
• Interpretation of laboratory results and imaging studies.

What we offer

• Competitive tax‑free salary package.
• Annual airfare allowance.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Modern multidisciplinary hospital environment.