Consultant Physician - Pediatric Nephrology
Posted date [2026-05-18]
(ID: 45436)
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Allocation Assist Middle East was founded by Emilie Davies in 2015, after she recognised a gap in the market for assisting highly skilled Western-trained doctors to find rewarding and fulfilling opportunities in top-tier hospitals in the UAE and other Gulf countries. We are now the fastest growing medical consulting company in the Middle East, having helped hundreds of senior consultant doctors from various specialties and backgrounds advance their careers and lifestyle while contributing to the dynamic and growing healthcare sector in this progressive and dynamic region of the world.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Consultant Physician - Pediatric NephrologyJob Snapshot
Role: Consultant Physician - Pediatric Nephrology
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Experience: Minimum 5 years post-specialization in pediatric nephrology
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Consultant Physician - Pediatric Nephrology in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Hospital and Health Care opportunity for an experienced pediatric kidney specialist skilled in diagnosing, treating, and managing complex renal disorders in children. This role is ideal for a consultant-level physician who can lead pediatric nephrology care, oversee dialysis pathways, support renal transplant management, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver family-centered clinical excellence.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Salary: 70000-90000 monthly
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Consultant Physician - Pediatric Nephrology will provide advanced care for children with congenital, acute, chronic, and complex kidney conditions. The position supports early diagnosis, long-term renal health, safe dialysis management, transplant readiness, and improved family confidence through specialist assessment, evidence-based treatment planning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and clear communication with patients and caregivers.
Key Responsibilities
* Diagnose and manage pediatric renal conditions, including congenital anomalies of the kidney and urinary tract, nephrotic syndrome, nephritic syndrome, acute kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, hypertension, electrolyte imbalance, and tubular disorders
* Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient history, renal function, diagnostic findings, disease progression, and long-term care needs
* Oversee pediatric dialysis programs, including peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis, ensuring safe monitoring and effective care coordination
* Collaborate with pediatric urologists, endocrinologists, intensivists, nurses, dietitians, transplant teams, and allied healthcare professionals
* Guide renal transplant evaluations, pre-transplant preparation, post-transplant follow-up, and complication monitoring
* Interpret renal imaging, kidney biopsy results, laboratory investigations, and advanced diagnostic findings
* Educate families on disease management, medication adherence, diet, lifestyle modifications, dialysis care, transplant planning, and long-term follow-up
* Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits, research activities, CME programs, and quality improvement initiatives
* Maintain accurate patient records, treatment plans, dialysis documentation, consent notes, and follow-up details in line with DHA and hospital standards
* Promote patient safety, clinical innovation, and evidence-based pediatric nephrology practice across the service
Ideal Profile
* Board certification in Pediatric Nephrology such as American Board, Royal College, or equivalent recognized qualification
* DHA license or DHA eligibility is required
* Minimum 5 years of post-specialization experience in a tertiary or academic hospital setting
* Proven expertise in managing complex pediatric renal cases and dialysis care for children
* Strong knowledge of congenital renal disorders, nephrotic and nephritic syndromes, kidney disease, hypertension, tubular disorders, and electrolyte abnormalities
* Experience with pediatric peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis, renal transplant evaluation, and post-transplant management
* Confident ability to interpret renal imaging, biopsy results, and advanced laboratory diagnostics
* Excellent communication skills with a compassionate, family-centered approach
* Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary pediatric and renal care teams
* Commitment to continuous learning, clinical research, patient safety, and service innovation
Skills Set
* Pediatric nephrology
* Pediatric renal disorder management
* Congenital kidney anomaly care
* Nephrotic syndrome management
* Nephritic syndrome management
* Acute kidney disease care
* Chronic kidney disease care
* Pediatric hypertension management
* Electrolyte imbalance treatment
* Tubular disorder assessment
* Peritoneal dialysis
* Hemodialysis
* Renal transplant evaluation
* Post-transplant management
* Renal imaging interpretation
* Kidney biopsy review
* Family counselling
* DHA compliance
* Clinical audits and research
Why Join Us
This opportunity gives an experienced pediatric nephrology consultant the chance to work in Dubai’s growing specialist healthcare sector, where demand for advanced children’s kidney care, dialysis services, and transplant-related expertise continues to increase. The role offers exposure to complex renal cases, multidisciplinary collaboration, academic involvement, professional development, and the opportunity to improve long-term outcomes for children and families.
Compensation and Benefits
* Competitive tax-free salary from 70000-90000 monthly depending on experience
* Annual performance bonus
* Housing allowance or furnished accommodation
* Family medical insurance
* CME allowance and paid study leave
* Relocation support and visa sponsorship
* Opportunity to work within a leading hospital in Dubai
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East is a Dubai-based healthcare recruitment partner supporting hospitals, clinics, tertiary care centers, and specialist medical groups across the UAE and wider Gulf region. The company connects qualified doctors and healthcare professionals with suitable consultant-level opportunities, offering specialist recruitment support, professional placement guidance, and healthcare hiring solutions aligned with regional medical workforce needs.
