Neonatologist Specialist in UAE
About the role
Our leading healthcare facility is looking for an experienced Specialist Neonatologist to provide specialized medical care to newborns, including premature, critically ill, and high-risk infants. The ideal candidate should have strong
NICU
experience and expertise in neonatal stabilization, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive medical care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns. Assess and manage neonates with respiratory distress, sepsis, jaundice, birth asphyxia, congenital abnormalities, and metabolic disorders. Provide neonatal resuscitation and stabilization in delivery rooms and emergency situations. Manage infants requiring mechanical ventilation, CPAP, oxygen therapy, and other respiratory support. Monitor and manage critically ill neonates in the
NICU
. Interpret laboratory investigations, blood gases, imaging, and other neonatal diagnostic tests. Manage feeding, nutrition, fluid and electrolyte balance, and growth of premature and critically ill infants. Provide care for low-birth-weight and extremely premature babies. Identify and manage neonatal complications and coordinate specialist referrals when required. Work closely with obstetricians, pediatric surgeons, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other multidisciplinary teams. Counsel parents regarding the baby's condition, treatment plan, prognosis, and follow-up requirements. Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with UAE healthcare standards. Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement programs, teaching, and continuing medical education. Requirements Qualifications & Requirements