# Consultant Neonatologist (American / Australian Board)

> SearchPlus HR · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-04

**Salary:** unknown currency 600,000–900,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

One of the leading hospital in the UAE is seeking an experienced **Consultant Neonatologist** to provide specialized care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns within the NICU and newborn nursery. The role involves managing complex neonatal cases, supporting high-risk deliveries, and working closely with pediatricians, obstetricians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.

### Responsibilities

-   Provide comprehensive medical care to premature and critically ill newborns.
-   Manage complex NICU cases, including respiratory distress, sepsis and congenital conditions.
-   Perform neonatal resuscitation and stabilization of high-risk newborns.
-   Assist during high-risk and premature deliveries.
-   Manage mechanical ventilation and other advanced neonatal support.
-   Monitor nutrition, growth and development of neonates.
-   Counsel and support parents regarding their baby's condition and treatment.
-   Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians and multidisciplinary teams.
-   Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement and teaching activities.

## Requirements

-   MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
-   Recognized postgraduate qualification in **Pediatrics and/or Neonatology**.
-   Fellowship/subspecialty training in **Neonatology** preferred.
-   Consultant-level experience in Neonatology.
-   Strong experience in a **Level III/IV NICU** and management of critically ill neonates.
-   Experience with neonatal ventilation, resuscitation and advanced intensive care.
-   **Tier-1/Western qualification preferred** — UK CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian Royal College, Australian/New Zealand or Irish qualification.
-   Eligible for **DHA/DOH/MOHAP** licensing.
-   Excellent communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

## Benefits

-   Competitive **tax-free salary package**.
-   **Housing allowance or government-provided accommodation**.
-   Comprehensive **medical and health insurance**.
-   **Annual paid leave** and public holidays.
-   **Annual return air ticket/airfare allowance**.
-   **Relocation assistance** for international candidates, where applicable.
-   UAE **medical licensing and credentialing support**.
-   **CME/CPD and professional development opportunities**.
-   Opportunities for **career advancement and clinical leadership**.
-   Access to advanced cardiac diagnostic and treatment facilities.
-   Supportive multidisciplinary and professional working environment.
-   **End-of-service benefits** in accordance with UAE regulations.
-   **Family benefits**, where applicable.
-   Additional allowances and benefits according to the Government Healthcare Facility's employment policy.

## Apply

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