Consultant Specialist Pediatric Surgeon – Advanced Neonatal & Pediatric Surgery | Childrens Surgical Center | Abu Dhabi, UAE | Tax-Free Package

A hospital in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates is expanding its Pediatric Surgery and Neonatal Surgical Services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant / Specialist Pediatric Surgeon to join its specialized childrens healthcare team. This role focuses on delivering complex surgical care for infants children and adolescents within a modern pediatric environment supported by neonatal ICU (NICU) pediatric ICU (PICU) and advanced surgical infrastructure.

The hospital offers a comprehensive pediatric care model integrating neonatology pediatric intensive care anesthesiology and subspecialty services to manage a wide spectrum of congenital and acquired conditions requiring surgical intervention.

Role Overview

Position: Consultant / Specialist Pediatric Surgeon
Location: Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates
Healthcare Setting: Tertiary-care hospital with dedicated pediatric and neonatal surgical services
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years post specialist
Practice Model: Outpatient consultations elective and emergency pediatric surgeries and inpatient care

The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of pediatric and neonatal conditions ensuring high standards of safety precision and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities Pediatric Surgery

Diagnose and manage surgical conditions in infants children and adolescents including congenital and acquired disorders
Perform pediatric surgical procedures including neonatal surgeries abdominal surgeries soft tissue procedures and minimally invasive surgeries
Manage congenital anomalies such as gastrointestinal malformations hernias and urogenital abnormalities
Provide surgical care for pediatric trauma and emergency surgical conditions
Perform laparoscopic and minimally invasive pediatric procedures where appropriate
Collaborate with neonatologists pediatricians anesthesiologists and intensive care teams for comprehensive perioperative care
Conduct pre-operative evaluation and post-operative management for pediatric patients
Manage patients in NICU and PICU settings ensuring coordinated multidisciplinary care
Provide counselling and communication with parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis surgical plans and outcomes
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards
Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives
Ensure adherence to international pediatric surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations

Qualifications & Board Recognition

Applications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:

American Board of Surgery with Pediatric Surgery Fellowship
UK CCT / FRCS (Pediatric Surgery)
Royal College Certification (Canada)
Australian Fellowship (FRACS Pediatric Surgery)
Arab Board in Pediatric Surgery
MCh / DNB / FCPS Pediatric Surgery or equivalent recognised specialist qualification

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.

Compensation & Benefits

Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary
Performance-based incentives
Housing allowance or accommodation support
Comprehensive family medical insurance
Annual return flight tickets
Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Licensing & Relocation Support

Full assistance will be provided for:

DOH / DHA license conversion guidance
Credential verification and documentation support
Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE
Hospital onboarding and professional integration support