Consultant Neonatologist – Dubai/ American Board / UK CCT Accepted/ Tax-Free UAE Opportunity

About This Role

A leading, internationally accredited hospital group in Dubai, UAE is expanding its neonatal and perinatal services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant / Specialist Neonatologist to join its advanced NICU team. The role focuses on delivering specialised neonatal care within a modern, technology-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population.

This opportunity is designed for board-certified neonatologists seeking career advancement, exposure to high-acuity neonatal cases, and the ability to practice within a JCI-accredited, tertiary care setting.

Role Overview

• Position: Consultant / Specialist Neonatologist

• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Hospital Type: Private / Government / Multispecialty / Tertiary Care (JCI-accredited)

• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification

• Clinical Setting: Level III / IV NICU with advanced neonatal life support and multidisciplinary care

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative neonatal and perinatal care team supported by experienced pediatricians, obstetricians, and critical care specialists.

Qualifications & Board Recognition

Applications are welcome from internationally trained neonatologists holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:

• American Board of Pediatrics (Neonatology Subspecialization)

• UK CCT / MRCPCH / FRCPCH

• European Board Certification

• Royal College Certification (Canada)

• Australian Fellowship

• Arab Board

• FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification

We welcome applications from specialists across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa, and South America .

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion (full guidance and support provided).

Key Responsibilities – Neonatology

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care for premature and critically ill newborns within the NICU setting.

• Manage high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation , ensuring immediate stabilisation and advanced life support.

• Diagnose and treat neonatal conditions , including respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital disorders, and metabolic abnormalities.

• Perform and supervise neonatal procedures , including intubation, central line placement, ventilation management, and invasive monitoring.

• Develop and implement individualised neonatal care plans , ensuring optimal outcomes and family-centred care.

• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, and multidisciplinary teams for integrated maternal and neonatal care.

• Provide parent counselling and education regarding neonatal conditions, treatment plans, and long-term outcomes.

• Participate in clinical governance, NICU quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety programs .

• Maintain accurate and compliant electronic medical records and clinical documentation .

• Ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations, neonatal care standards, and hospital protocols .

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary

• Performance-based incentives

• Housing allowance or premium accommodation

• Comprehensive family medical insurance

• Annual return flight tickets

• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage

• Continuing medical education support

Compensation is aligned with board certification, NICU experience, and clinical expertise .

Licensing & Relocation Support

• Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance

• DataFlow and credential verification support

• Visa and regulatory processing assistance

• Relocation support for physician and family

A dedicated onboarding framework ensures a smooth transition into UAE clinical practice .