Consultant Pediatric Pulmonologist

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric pulmonary consultations and respiratory assessments.

• Diagnose and manage respiratory conditions, including asthma, recurrent respiratory infections, bronchopulmonary dysplasia, and cystic fibrosis.

• Assess and manage children with chronic lung diseases and complex respiratory disorders.

• Evaluate and treat sleep-related breathing disorders, including pediatric obstructive sleep apnoea, as applicable.

• Perform and interpret pulmonary function tests, spirometry, and other relevant respiratory investigations.

• Assess and manage children presenting with acute respiratory distress and other pulmonary emergencies.

• Develop individualised treatment plans based on clinical findings and evidence-based guidelines.

• Prescribe and monitor appropriate medications, inhalation therapies, and other respiratory treatments.

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as bronchoscopy, where appropriate to the candidate’s expertise.

• Provide respiratory care for premature infants and children with complex medical needs, as applicable.

• Educate parents and caregivers on respiratory conditions, treatment plans, and preventive care.

• Monitor disease progression and provide ongoing follow-up for children with chronic respiratory conditions.

• Collaborate with pediatricians, neonatologists, intensivists, and other specialists to ensure continuity of care.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and medical records.

• Participate in clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Stay up to date with advances in pediatric pulmonology, respiratory medicine, and diagnostic technologies.

Qualifications

• Recognised specialist qualification in Pediatrics and/or Pediatric Pulmonology, in accordance with applicable UAE licensing requirements.

• Recognised Tier 1 specialist qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, European Board, or an equivalent recognised qualification.

• Fellowship or advanced training in Pediatric Pulmonology is an advantage.

• Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience in pediatric respiratory medicine.

• Significant experience diagnosing and managing a broad range of respiratory conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.

• Proven experience in pediatric respiratory investigations and relevant procedures, as applicable.

• Experience working within a pediatric hospital or multidisciplinary respiratory care environment.

• Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP.

Required Skills

• Strong expertise in Pediatric Pulmonology and comprehensive respiratory care.

• Excellent diagnostic, clinical assessment, and decision-making skills.

• Proficiency in interpreting pediatric pulmonary function tests and respiratory investigations.

• Strong clinical judgement and the ability to manage complex pediatric respiratory cases.

• Excellent communication and counselling skills when working with children and their families.

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

• Strong commitment to patient safety, evidence-based practice, and high-quality pediatric care.

Compensation

An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on the candidate’s qualifications, clinical expertise, professional experience, and background.