Consultant Pediatric Plastic Surgery (SKMC)

Role Overview

Consultant Pediatric Plastic Surgery at SEHA Hospitals, based at SKMC (Salim Al Marri Center).

Role Purpose

Lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based pediatric plastic surgery care. Diagnose, manage, and treat patients within the specialty while supervising junior medical staff and contributing to continuous clinical improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence

• Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating all patients within the specialty.

Patient Care

• Conduct patient examinations and take detailed medical histories.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications and therapies.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Lead ward rounds and 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 instruction, guidance, and supervision of junior staff.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

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

Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion.
• Comply with all hospital, departmental, and Department of Health policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and patient safety standards.

Quality Improvement

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

On-Call Coverage

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

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 Department of Health-approved Tier 1 or Tier 2 country.
• A postgraduate qualification such as MD, MS, or DNB is generally required.

Clinical Experience

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

Licensing and Verification

• Eligibility for or a valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi license to practice in Abu Dhabi is a mandatory legal requirement.
• Primary Source Verification of all educational and professional documents through the Data Flow Group is mandatory.
• Successful completion of the Department of Health 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 and continuous professional development.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Competence in other languages is a distinct asset.