Consultant Pediatric Emergency Physician

About the role

A leading tertiary‑care hospital in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Consultant Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to join its Pediatric Emergency Department. The role involves delivering timely, compassionate emergency care to infants, children and adolescents while providing clinical leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Assess and manage acute medical, surgical and trauma conditions in pediatric patients.
• Lead resuscitation efforts, including advanced airway management, vascular access and life‑saving interventions.
• Perform emergency procedures such as lumbar puncture, fracture reduction, splinting, wound repair and procedural sedation.
• Coordinate care with subspecialists, surgeons, intensivists and other emergency physicians.
• Contribute to departmental strategy, develop clinical pathways and drive quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior doctors, residents and nursing staff.
• Engage with families, providing clear communication and support during high‑stress situations.

Required profile

• Medical degree (MD/MBBS) from a recognized institution.
• Board certification in Pediatric Emergency Medicine or equivalent.
• 8–10 years post‑specialisation experience, including consultant‑level practice.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, teamwork and communication abilities.

Required skills

• Advanced airway management
• Vascular access
• Lumbar puncture
• Fracture reduction and splinting
• Wound repair
• Procedural sedation
• Pediatric resuscitation