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

Overview

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)

• 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**.