Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics - Al Ain
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We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics Specialist to join a leading healthcare facility in Al Ain.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics Specialist to join a leading healthcare facility in Al Ain.
The successful candidate will diagnose, manage, and provide long-term care for infants, children, and adolescents with inherited metabolic and genetic disorders while delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage inherited metabolic disorders and genetic conditions in pediatric patients.
- Evaluate patients with suspected metabolic diseases, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and rare genetic syndromes.
- Interpret metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations including newborn screening results.
- Develop individualized treatment and long-term management plans for patients with metabolic and genetic disorders.
- Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations for pediatric metabolic genetics cases.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric neurologists, dietitians, genetic counselors, laboratory specialists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Provide counseling and education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, inheritance patterns, and long-term care.
- Participate in newborn screening programs and metabolic emergency management.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
- Participate in research, clinical audits, teaching, and continuous medical education activities.
& Requirements
- MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
- Board Certification / Fellowship in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics, Clinical Genetics, or Metabolic Medicine.
- Valid DOH Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in the relevant specialty.
- Minimum 5–7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric metabolic genetics within a tertiary care or academic hospital.
- Strong expertise in inherited metabolic disorders and pediatric genetic diseases.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in newborn screening and metabolic emergency protocols.
- Exposure to rare disease programs and genomic medicine.
- Research publications and academic experience are an advantage.
- Ability to work in a multicultural healthcare environment.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary
- Family benefits
- Health insurance
- Annual airfare allowance
- Paid annual leave
- CME and professional development support
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