Consultant Pediatric Endocrinology (Tawam Hospital)

Role Overview

Consultant Pediatric Endocrinology at SEHA Hospitals – Tawam Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Consultant Physician holds a senior position responsible for providing exemplary, comprehensive, and evidence-based medical care within their designated specialty.

Company Overview

SEHA Hospitals operates in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and is subject to Department of Health (DOH) regulations and policies.

Role Purpose

Lead clinical delivery in pediatric endocrinology, supervise junior medical staff, ensure strict adherence to Department of Health and SEHA Hospital policies, and drive quality improvement across inpatient and outpatient services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence

• Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Diagnose, manage, and treat all patients within the specialty effectively.
• Conduct patient examinations and take detailed medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and therapies.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans.

Patient Care

• Lead ward rounds.
• Manage both inpatient and outpatient cases.
• Communicate clinical information to patients and their families in a timely and compassionate manner.
• Ensure informed consent is obtained for procedures.

Supervision and Training

• Oversee the clinical activities of junior medical staff including specialists, general practitioners, and residents.
• Actively participate in their instruction, guidance, and supervision.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Liaise with other medical specialties and support services.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure holistic patient care.

On-Call Coverage

• Participate in and ensure the provision of out-of-hours (on-call) coverage on a rotational basis.
• Provide coverage including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Documentation and Compliance

• Document all relevant clinical information accurately and clearly in a timely fashion.
• Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to infection control and patient safety standards.

Quality Improvement

• Participate in clinical audits.
• Participate in performance management systems, including peer review.
• Participate in proactive risk management.
• Foster continuous improvement in patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• MBBS or equivalent degree from a recognized medical school.
• Successful completion of a structured specialty training program such as North American or European Board Certification, Fellowship of a Royal College, or equivalent qualification from a DOH-approved "Tier 1" or "Tier 2" country.
• A postgraduate qualification such as MD, MS, or DNB is generally required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3–7 years of post-specialty clinical experience, depending on the qualification and tier level.
• Experience in a recognized multidisciplinary setting.
• Experience gaps of more than two years require specific DOH approval or a return-to-practice program.

Licensing and Verification

• Eligibility for or a valid DOH (Department of Health Abu Dhabi) license to practice in Abu Dhabi is mandatory.
• Primary Source Verification (PSV) of all educational and professional documents through the Data Flow Group is mandatory.
• Successful completion of the DOH license exam unless exempted based on Tier 1 qualifications or experience.
• A valid Good Standing Certificate from the current or previous licensing authority.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to continuous medical education (CME/CPD).
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Competence in other languages is a distinct asset.