Job Description

Overview

M42 delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the full continuum of care; from primary care to advanced specialty treatments. Leveraging cutting-edge health technologies and precision medicine, we ensure the highest standards of effectiveness, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. With a global presence spanning more than 480 facilities in 27 countries and a dedicated workforce of over 20,000 professionals, M42 is uniquely positioned to redefine the future of healthcare on a global scale.

Danat Al Emarat is a world-class specialty women’s and children’s hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. It offers advanced medical services across specialties including Neonatology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Women’s Health. The hospital is one of the very few to encompass a dedicated Fetal Medicine Department along with a full-fledged Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the UAE. This has established Danat Al Emarat as a regional referral center for women with high-risk pregnancies, supported by its Level III NICU providing care for the most fragile newborns.

Danat Al Emarat Hospital is seeking a Consultant in Pediatrics to join its highly specialized women’s and children’s healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi. The role involves delivering advanced, patient-centered pediatric care across inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring excellence in clinical outcomes while supporting the hospital’s commitment to family-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric care across outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, and, where applicable, neonatal or pediatric units.
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic pediatric conditions in line with international best practices.
• Lead clinical decision-making and ensure high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including neonatology, obstetrics, and pediatric subspecialties, to ensure integrated care pathways.
• Participate in on-call coverage as required.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support teaching and mentorship of junior medical staff and contribute to ongoing medical education.
• Maintain accurate and compliant medical records in line with DOH and hospital standards.
  

Qualifications

• Medical Degree with specialization in Pediatrics.
• Western Board Certification (CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian, Australian) or equivalent Tier 1 qualification preferred.
• Existing DOH License or Eligibility as Consultant Pediatrics.
• Minimum 8-10 years of clinical experience, including significant experience at Consultant level.
• Proven expertise in managing complex pediatric cases within a hospital setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.