Hospitalist – Pediatrician

Main Purpose of the Role

Key Responsibility Areas

• Provide comprehensive, professional, and ethical medical services to patients with efficiency and compassion
• Maintain a high standard of care across consultations, diagnoses, treatments, and follow-ups

• Identify and manage clinical risks associated with direct patient care
• Adhere to patient safety protocols and incident reporting standards

• Ensure strict compliance with clinical governance frameworks and quality management policies
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date medical records in accordance with institutional guidelines

• Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct in clinical practice
• Engage in continuous professional development, including supporting the learning of junior colleagues and students

Education Requirements

• Essential: Basic Medical Degree recognized by the UAE healthcare authority
• Additional Qualification: Diploma or training in a specialty recognized by the UAE regulatory authority
• Certification: Active and valid life support certification (e.g., BLS, ACLS, PALS, ATLS, NRP)
• Desired: Specialty-specific certification

Experience Requirements

• Essential: 2–3 years of experience within the relevant specialty, ideally in a private hospital setting
• Desired: Experience in a Tier 1 country as defined by the UAE healthcare regulatory body

Skills and Knowledge Requirements

• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems
• Ability to facilitate clinical clerkship and support the development of junior staff
• Solid understanding of clinical audit standards and healthcare quality processes
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic language skills are advantageous
• Collaborative, patient-oriented approach with effective interpersonal abilities