Consultant Neonatologist - Dubai/ American Board / UK CCT Accepted/ Tax-Free UAE Opportunity

Consultant Neonatologist - Dubai/ American Board / UK CCT Accepted/ Tax-Free UAE Opportunity

Dubai, United Arab Emirates Posted on 04/22/2026

A leading, internationally accredited hospital group in Dubai, UAE is expanding its neonatal and perinatal services and is seeking a highly skilled Consultant / Specialist Neonatologist to join its advanced NICU team. The role focuses on delivering specialised neonatal care within a modern, technology-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population.

This opportunity is designed for board-certified neonatologists seeking career advancement, exposure to high-acuity neonatal cases, and the ability to practice within a JCI-accredited, tertiary care setting.

Role Overview

• Position: Consultant / Specialist Neonatologist
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Hospital Type: Private / Government / Multispecialty / Tertiary Care (JCI-accredited)
• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification
• Clinical Setting: Level III / IV NICU with advanced neonatal life support and multidisciplinary care

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative neonatal and perinatal care team supported by experienced pediatricians, obstetricians, and critical care specialists.

Requirements Qualifications & Board Recognition

Applications are welcome from internationally trained neonatologists holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:

We welcome applications from specialists across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa, and South America.

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion (full guidance and support provided).

• Provide comprehensive neonatal care for premature and critically ill newborns within the NICU setting.
• Manage high-risk deliveries and neonatal resuscitation, ensuring immediate stabilisation and advanced life support.
• Diagnose and treat neonatal conditions, including respiratory distress, sepsis, congenital disorders, and metabolic abnormalities.
• Perform and supervise neonatal procedures, including intubation, central line placement, ventilation management, and invasive monitoring.
• Develop and implement individualised neonatal care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes and family-centred care.
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatricians, and multidisciplinary teams for integrated maternal and neonatal care.
• Provide parent counselling and education regarding neonatal conditions, treatment plans, and long-term outcomes.
• Participate in clinical governance, NICU quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety programs.
• Maintain accurate and compliant electronic medical records and clinical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations, neonatal care standards, and hospital protocols.

• Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Housing allowance or premium accommodation.
• Comprehensive family medical insurance.
• Annual return flight tickets.
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage.
• Continuing medical education support.

Compensation is aligned with board certification, NICU experience, and clinical expertise.