Specialist / Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist (ME372)

The specialist or consultant physician provides patient-centred, evidence-based medical care within the relevant specialty. The position requires professional judgement, accurate clinical documentation, a strong focus on patient safety and compliance with ethical and regulatory standards. The physician collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, manages clinical risk and supports continuous improvement in the quality of care. This vacancy focuses on paediatric endocrinology in the assigned clinical service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients, establish or refine diagnoses and develop evidence-based management plans within the designated specialty.
• Provide appropriate consultation, treatment and follow-up while maintaining respectful communication with patients and families.
• Monitor clinical risks, recognise deterioration or complications and arrange timely escalation or intervention.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with clinical governance, quality-management and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous professional development and, where appropriate, contribute to teaching or mentoring junior colleagues.
• Provide age-appropriate nursing support, monitor observations and communicate clearly with parents or caregivers.

Requirements and Qualifications

• A basic medical degree and a recognised higher specialty qualification are required.
• Specialty certification and registration must be recognised by the relevant UAE healthcare authority.
• The indexed listing specifies at least 3–5 years of post-qualification Consultant-level experience and current life-support certification.

Skills and Competencies

• Clinical knowledge and professional experience in paediatric endocrinology.
• Advanced clinical knowledge in the relevant specialty and evidence-based decision-making.
• Risk management, clinical governance, audit and accurate electronic medical records.
• Professional communication, multidisciplinary teamwork and ethical practice.

Work Setting

This position is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, and involves regular coordination with the relevant clinical, administrative or operational colleagues. The successful candidate should follow approved procedures, protect confidential information, maintain complete records and communicate concerns through the appropriate reporting channels. Patient-facing employees are expected to show respect, cultural awareness and a service-focused approach; specialist and management employees must also support quality, governance and ongoing professional development. The position’s exact duties, licence requirements and any additional eligibility criteria should align with the requirements published for this specific vacancy.