Specialist NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Posted date [2026-08-25]
(ID: 50196)
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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
Specialist NICU - Neonatal Intensive CareJob Snapshot
Role: Specialist NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years post-specialization experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Specialist NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Hospital and Health Care opportunity for an Arabic-speaking physician experienced in the care of premature, critically ill, and medically complex newborns. The hiring organization is seeking a specialist who can provide neonatal stabilization, intensive monitoring, individualized treatment planning, and family-centered care while working closely with obstetric, pediatric, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Salary: 40000-55000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Specialist
NICU physician will provide focused clinical care for premature and critically ill neonates requiring close observation, respiratory support, emergency stabilization, and coordinated neonatal treatment. The role combines bedside assessment, neonatal resuscitation, treatment planning, family counseling, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Fluency in Arabic and English will support clearer communication with parents and caregivers while strengthening trust and continuity throughout the neonatal care journey.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess and manage premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
* Diagnose neonatal conditions requiring specialized medical treatment and close monitoring.
* Provide immediate stabilization for newborns experiencing respiratory, circulatory, metabolic, or other acute clinical deterioration.
* Perform neonatal resuscitation during delivery-room or NICU emergencies.
* Develop individualized treatment plans according to gestational age, clinical condition, diagnostic findings, and response to therapy.
* Monitor vital signs, oxygenation, feeding tolerance, growth, laboratory results, and other indicators of neonatal progress.
* Coordinate neonatal management with obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other clinical professionals.
* Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to daily neonatal care decisions.
* Identify early signs of complications and escalate care promptly when required.
* Support management of premature infants requiring prolonged neonatal monitoring and follow-up.
* Communicate clinical progress, treatment options, and expected outcomes clearly to parents and caregivers.
* Provide counseling and education regarding neonatal care, feeding, developmental follow-up, and discharge planning.
* Communicate fluently in Arabic and English with families requiring bilingual clinical support.
* Maintain accurate consultation notes, treatment plans, progress records, and discharge documentation.
* Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and neonatal care protocols throughout clinical practice.
* Participate in clinical governance, case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental audits.
* Contribute to continuing medical education and professional development activities.
* Support coordinated follow-up planning for infants requiring ongoing pediatric or specialist care after NICU discharge.
Ideal Profile
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification from a recognized institution.
* Recognized Specialist qualification in Neonatology, Pediatrics, or an appropriate related specialty.
* Appropriate UAE Specialist License or eligibility to obtain the required professional license.
* Minimum 3-5 years of post-specialization experience working in a NICU environment.
* Strong clinical experience managing premature and critically ill newborns.
* Demonstrated competence in neonatal resuscitation and emergency stabilization.
* Good understanding of neonatal monitoring, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care.
* Ability to recognize clinical deterioration and respond promptly to neonatal emergencies.
* Strong communication and counseling skills when working with parents and families.
* Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with obstetric, pediatric, nursing, and allied healthcare teams.
* Commitment to evidence-based neonatal care, patient safety, and compassionate family-centered practice.
Skills Set
* Neonatal intensive care
* NICU management
* Premature infant care
* Critically ill newborn care
* Neonatal resuscitation
* Neonatal stabilization
* High-risk newborn care
* Neonatal monitoring
* Respiratory assessment
* Neonatal emergency care
* Treatment planning
* Growth monitoring
* Feeding assessment
* Family counseling
* Arabic medical communication
* Parent education
* Neonatal follow-up
* Multidisciplinary neonatal care
* Obstetric coordination
* Pediatric coordination
* Clinical documentation
* Infection control
* Patient safety
* Clinical governance
* Quality improvement
* Clinical audit
* Continuing medical education
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers an experienced Arabic-speaking neonatal specialist the chance to contribute to Dubai\'s expanding Hospital and Health Care sector, where demand for advanced newborn care and specialized NICU services remains strong. The role provides access to a modern neonatal environment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful opportunities to improve outcomes for premature and critically ill newborns while supporting families through challenging early stages of care.
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports hospitals and specialist healthcare organizations across the UAE and wider Middle East by recruiting experienced physicians for consultant and specialist roles. The company connects qualified medical professionals with advanced clinical environments where their expertise can strengthen neonatal services, improve multidisciplinary care, and support better outcomes for newborns and families.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess and manage premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
* Diagnose neonatal conditions requiring specialized medical treatment and close monitoring.
* Provide immediate stabilization for newborns experiencing respiratory, circulatory, metabolic, or other acute clinical deterioration.
* Perform neonatal resuscitation during delivery-room or NICU emergencies.
* Develop individualized treatment plans according to gestational age, clinical condition, diagnostic findings, and response to therapy.
* Monitor vital signs, oxygenation, feeding tolerance, growth, laboratory results, and other indicators of neonatal progress.
* Coordinate neonatal management with obstetricians, pediatricians, neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other clinical professionals.
* Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to daily neonatal care decisions.
* Identify early signs of complications and escalate care promptly when required.
* Support management of premature infants requiring prolonged neonatal monitoring and follow-up.
* Communicate clinical progress, treatment options, and expected outcomes clearly to parents and caregivers.
* Provide counseling and education regarding neonatal care, feeding, developmental follow-up, and discharge planning.
* Communicate fluently in Arabic and English with families requiring bilingual clinical support.
* Maintain accurate consultation notes, treatment plans, progress records, and discharge documentation.
* Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and neonatal care protocols throughout clinical practice.
* Participate in clinical governance, case reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and departmental audits.
* Contribute to continuing medical education and professional development activities.
* Support coordinated follow-up planning for infants requiring ongoing pediatric or specialist care after NICU discharge.
Ideal Profile
* MBBS or equivalent medical qualification from a recognized institution.
* Recognized Specialist qualification in Neonatology, Pediatrics, or an appropriate related specialty.
* Appropriate UAE Specialist License or eligibility to obtain the required professional license.
* Minimum 3-5 years of post-specialization experience working in a NICU environment.
* Strong clinical experience managing premature and critically ill newborns.
* Demonstrated competence in neonatal resuscitation and emergency stabilization.
* Good understanding of neonatal monitoring, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care.
* Ability to recognize clinical deterioration and respond promptly to neonatal emergencies.
* Strong communication and counseling skills when working with parents and families.
* Fluency in Arabic and English is essential.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with obstetric, pediatric, nursing, and allied healthcare teams.
* Commitment to evidence-based neonatal care, patient safety, and compassionate family-centered practice.
Skills Set
* Neonatal intensive care
* NICU management
* Premature infant care
* Critically ill newborn care
* Neonatal resuscitation
* Neonatal stabilization
* High-risk newborn care
* Neonatal monitoring
* Respiratory assessment
* Neonatal emergency care
* Treatment planning
* Growth monitoring
* Feeding assessment
* Family counseling
* Arabic medical communication
* Parent education
* Neonatal follow-up
* Multidisciplinary neonatal care
* Obstetric coordination
* Pediatric coordination
* Clinical documentation
* Infection control
* Patient safety
* Clinical governance
* Quality improvement
* Clinical audit
* Continuing medical education
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers an experienced Arabic-speaking neonatal specialist the chance to contribute to Dubai\'s expanding Hospital and Health Care sector, where demand for advanced newborn care and specialized NICU services remains strong. The role provides access to a modern neonatal environment, multidisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful opportunities to improve outcomes for premature and critically ill newborns while supporting families through challenging early stages of care.
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports hospitals and specialist healthcare organizations across the UAE and wider Middle East by recruiting experienced physicians for consultant and specialist roles. The company connects qualified medical professionals with advanced clinical environments where their expertise can strengthen neonatal services, improve multidisciplinary care, and support better outcomes for newborns and families.
