# Specialist / Consultant - Child Psychiatrist Government Healthcare Facility |UAE

> SearchPlus HR · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-06

**Salary:** unknown currency 900,000–1,200,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Child Psychiatrist to join a prestigious government healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and managing mental health and developmental disorders in children and adolescents, providing comprehensive psychiatric care and supporting their emotional, behavioural, and psychological well-being.

### Key Responsibilities

-   Assess, diagnose, and manage psychiatric and psychological disorders in children and adolescents.
-   Provide treatment for conditions such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and behavioural disorders.
-   Develop individualised treatment plans, including medication management and therapeutic interventions.
-   Conduct psychiatric evaluations and monitor patients' treatment progress.
-   Provide guidance and support to families and caregivers.
-   Collaborate with pediatricians, psychologists, therapists, and other multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
-   Manage complex psychiatric cases and provide appropriate referrals when required.
-   Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with established clinical guidelines.
-   Participate in clinical audits, research, and continuous professional development.

## Requirements

-   Recognised postgraduate qualification in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or equivalent specialty training.
-   Relevant specialist or consultant-level clinical experience.
-   Strong expertise in diagnosing and managing childhood and adolescent mental health conditions.
-   Experience in a reputable hospital or specialised mental healthcare facility.
-   Excellent communication, interpersonal, and clinical decision-making skills.
-   Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and families.
-   Eligibility for the relevant UAE healthcare authority's specialist/consultant classification, subject to authority assessment.

**Preferred Qualifications:** UK CCT, Western Qualified, American Board, Australian Board, and German Board qualifications are highly preferred.

## Benefits

-   Attractive tax-free salary package.
-   Family accommodation or housing allowance.
-   Annual air tickets.
-   Comprehensive medical insurance.
-   Paid annual leave and other employment benefits.
-   Opportunity to work in a prestigious government healthcare facility.
-   Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

## Apply

[Apply at SearchPlus HR](https://apply.workable.com/searchplus-hr-4/j/E0A1282602/apply)

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