Consultant Pediatric Palliative Care - Abu Dhabi

We are seeking an experienced consultant in pediatric palliative care to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi.

The ideal candidate will bring a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach to supporting children with life-limiting illnesses and contribute to the advancement of pediatric palliative services in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive palliative care to pediatric patients, including pain and symptom management, psychosocial support, and end-of-life care.
• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate individualized care plans.
• Supervise and mentor junior medical staff, nurses, and allied health professionals.
• Collaborate with other specialties (e.g., oncology, neurology, intensive care) to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide consultations across inpatient, outpatient, and home care settings.
• Support family-centered care through effective communication, counseling, and shared decision-making.
• Participate in on-call duties as per the departmental rota.
• Contribute to departmental audits, clinical governance, and quality improvement projects.
• Assist in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in line with hospital policies.

Qualifications & Experience

Desired Attributes