Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist

Role Overview

Consultant Pediatric Rheumatologist at Astra ProMed, Dubai. Full-time position.

Role Purpose

Provide comprehensive care to infants, children, and adolescents with rheumatologic, autoimmune, and inflammatory conditions, ensuring accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and high-quality patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Diagnosis and Management

• Diagnose and manage pediatric rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions, including juvenile idiopathic arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, inflammatory myopathies, and other connective tissue disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients.
• Evaluate children presenting with unexplained joint pain, swelling, fever, rash, and other inflammatory symptoms.
• Interpret relevant laboratory investigations and imaging studies to support diagnosis and treatment.

Treatment and Monitoring

• Manage complex and chronic rheumatologic conditions through multidisciplinary care.
• Initiate and monitor conventional and biologic therapies in accordance with clinical guidelines and patient needs.
• Monitor treatment response, disease progression, medication safety, and long-term outcomes.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with pediatricians, orthopedic surgeons, immunologists, nephrologists, ophthalmologists, and other specialists when required.
• Provide counseling and education to parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and ongoing disease management.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and teaching activities where applicable.

Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with UAE healthcare regulations and facility policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Pediatrics and/or Pediatric Rheumatology in accordance with applicable UAE licensing requirements.
• Additional fellowship or advanced training in Pediatric Rheumatology is highly desirable.
• Eligible for or holding a valid DHA Consultant license/eligibility in the relevant specialty.
• Demonstrated experience managing pediatric rheumatologic, autoimmune, and inflammatory conditions.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when working with children and their families.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Commitment to patient safety, ethical practice, and continuous professional development.

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional working environment in Dubai.
• Access to modern clinical facilities and diagnostic resources.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.