Consultant Neonatologist (NICU)

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns in the NICU
• Diagnose and manage neonatal conditions including respiratory distress, sepsis, and congenital anomalies
• Perform advanced procedures such as neonatal resuscitation, endotracheal intubation, and umbilical line placement
• Lead neonatal emergency response and stabilization efforts in delivery rooms
• Collaborate with obstetricians, pediatric surgeons, and nursing teams to develop individualized treatment plans
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, and NICU nursing staff
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical audits

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• Board Certification in Pediatrics
• Fellowship or Subspecialty Certification in Neonatology
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Consultant Neonatologist in a Level III or IV NICU
• Extensive experience in advanced neonatal resuscitation and ventilator management
• Eligibility for licensure with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Western Board Certification (UK CCT, American Board, Canadian Fellowship, or Australian Fellowship)
• Experience in tertiary-care hospitals and high-volume NICUs
• Research, teaching, or academic involvement in neonatology
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package
• Housing and relocation assistance
• Annual flight allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• CME and professional development support

About the Company

Allocation Assist DMCC facilitates high-level medical placements, connecting specialized healthcare professionals with leading medical institutions in the Middle East.