Specialist Neonatologist - Western Qualified | Leading University Healthcare

We are seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Specialist Neonatologist to provide specialized medical care for premature infants, critically ill newborns, and neonates requiring advanced intensive care. The successful candidate will be responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, stabilization, and long-term management of neonatal patients while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Level III/IV Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), evidence-based neonatal medicine, neonatal resuscitation, and family-centered care.

Requirements

·         Provide comprehensive medical care for premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborn infants.

·         Diagnose, stabilize, and manage neonatal medical and surgical conditions.

·         Deliver advanced neonatal intensive care services within a Level III/IV NICU.

·         Attend high-risk deliveries and provide immediate neonatal resuscitation when required.

·         Manage neonatal respiratory disorders, neonatal infections, congenital anomalies, metabolic disorders, and neurological conditions.

·         Perform advanced neonatal procedures including:

o    Endotracheal intubation

o    Umbilical venous and arterial catheterization

o    Peripheral arterial line insertion

o    Mechanical ventilation management

o    Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

o    Surfactant administration

o    Neonatal resuscitation

·         Interpret neonatal laboratory investigations, diagnostic imaging, and monitoring data.

·         Develop individualized treatment plans based on international neonatal care guidelines.

·         Collaborate closely with obstetricians, maternal-fetal medicine specialists, pediatric surgeons, pediatric cardiologists, neurologists, respiratory therapists, NICU nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.

·         Provide counseling and education to parents regarding neonatal conditions, treatment options, and discharge planning.

·         Participate in neonatal transport services where applicable.

·         Supervise junior physicians, residents, fellows, and medical students.

·         Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, mortality reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and infection prevention programs.

·         Contribute to academic teaching, clinical research, and evidence-based practice initiatives.

·         Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and international accreditation standards.

·         Advanced expertise in neonatal intensive care and neonatal resuscitation.

·         Strong clinical decision-making and critical care management skills.

·         Expertise in neonatal ventilation strategies and advanced life support.

·         Excellent communication and family counseling abilities.

·         Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

·         Commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.

·         Strong leadership, mentoring, teaching, and academic abilities.

·         Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

·         Compassionate, patient-centered approach to neonatal care.

Benefits

·         Highly competitive tax-free salary package.

·         Comprehensive medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents.

·         Annual return airfare.

·         Paid annual leave in accordance with UAE Labour Law.

·         End-of-service gratuity.

·         Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and conference sponsorship.

·         Professional licensing assistance.

·         Relocation support for international candidates.

·         Opportunity to work in a leading university-affiliated healthcare facility.

·         Access to state-of-the-art NICU technology and advanced neonatal services.

·         Participation in teaching, research, and academic development programs.

·         Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional growth.