Specialist / Consultant Pediatric Intensive Care Medicine (PL)

Job Description

Responsibilities

•    Assess and manage critically ill pediatric patients with acute or chronic life-threatening conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, trauma, and post-operative recovery.
•    Perform advanced medical procedures, such as intubation, central line placement, mechanical ventilation management, and extracorporeal life support (ECLS/ECMO).
•    Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based protocols.
•    Monitor and adjust treatments to optimize patient outcomes in the PICU.
•    Communicate effectively with families, providing updates on their child’s condition and explaining treatment options and prognosis.
•    Offer emotional support and guidance to families during critical situations.
•    Work closely with pediatricians, surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive care.
•    Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and case discussions to coordinate patient care.
•    Mentor and educate residents, medical students, and nursing staff on pediatric critical care practices.
•    Stay updated with the latest research and advancements in pediatric critical care.
•    Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and care outcomes.
•    Conduct or contribute to clinical research projects in pediatric critical care.
 

Qualifications

•    Certification by the American Board of Pediatric Critical Care or equivalent U.K. certification Member of the     Royal College of Physicians (PAEDS).
•    At least 3 years as a full-time pediatrician, after residency training.
•    Must have a thorough knowledge of medical ethics, with particular reference to the obligation to maintain the confidentiality of his work; personality which inspires confidence and trust in his patients; and adhere to Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Medical Organization.
•    Current licensure in country of origin and with DOH /DHA / MOH license to practice in UAE.
•    Excellent command of oral and written English. Knowledge of Arabic language is desirable but not essential.
•    Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with co-workers, superiors, patients & families.