Consultant Pediatric Pulmonology

Role Overview

Consultant Pediatric Pulmonology at SEHA Hospitals, based in Abu Dhabi.

Role Purpose

Lead and supervise the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based pediatric pulmonology care, effectively diagnosing, managing, and treating patients while overseeing junior clinical staff and contributing to continuous quality improvement across the department.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care with effective diagnosis, management, and treatment of 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 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, GPs, 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

On-Call Coverage

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

Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately and clearly document all relevant clinical information in a timely fashion
• Comply with all hospital, departmental, and DOH 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

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
• Postgraduate qualification such as MD, MS, or DNB is generally required

Experience

• Minimum of 3–7 years of post-specialty clinical experience, depending on qualification and tier level, in a recognized multidisciplinary setting
• Experience gaps of more than two years require specific DOH approval or completion of 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 a mandatory legal requirement
• Primary Source Verification (PSV): Mandatory verification of all educational and professional documents through the Data Flow Group
• DOH Exam: Successful completion of the DOH license exam unless exempted based on Tier 1 qualifications or experience
• Good Standing Certificate: A valid 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 is required
• Competence in other languages is a distinct asset