Specialist Pediatric Neonatology

4 days ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates SEHA Full time
Roles and responsibilities
  • Examining patients, taking medical histories, addressing patients' concerns, and answering patients' questions.
  • Diagnosing and treating injuries, illnesses, and disorders.
  • Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests and explaining the results to patients.
  • Counseling patients on diet, hygiene, preventative healthcare, and other lifestyle changes.
  • Updating patients' charts and information to reflect current findings and treatments.
  • Recommending and designing treatment plans.
  • Prescribing medications or therapies.
  • Explaining medical procedures to patients.
  • Consulting with other physicians, referring patients to specialists when necessary, and working with other healthcare staff, such as nurses, assistants, and other physicians.
  • Complying with medical laws (for example, HIPAA).

Qualifications

  • A medical degree and the successful completion of a residency and internship.
  • A state license and certification to practice medicine.
  • Knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of illnesses.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Dexterity and detail oriented abilities.
  • Patience and compassion.
  • The ability and willingness to stay up to date on advancements, innovations, and developments in the field.
  • Working closely with obstetricians, pediatricians, lactation consultants, and other healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive approach to neonatal care.
  • Coordinating with social workers, therapists, and other specialists to provide holistic care to neonates and their families.
  • Providing consultation and guidance to healthcare professionals in hospitals that do not have specialized neonatal care units.
Desired candidate profile

1. Neonatal Care and Treatment

  • Providing specialized care for newborns, particularly premature infants or those with medical conditions like respiratory distress syndrome, jaundice, infections, or congenital anomalies.
  • Managing and monitoring the health of neonates in a NICU, including evaluating vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring the infant's development is on track.
  • Performing medical procedures like intubation, resuscitation, and the insertion of intravenous lines for hydration or nutrition.

2. Critical Care Management

  • Overseeing the management of critically ill newborns, including those born with complex medical or surgical needs.
  • Collaborating with other specialists (e.g., pediatric surgeons, cardiologists, or neurologists) to provide comprehensive care for infants with severe health conditions.
  • Handling emergency situations and making life-saving decisions quickly and effectively.

3. Monitoring and Assessing Development

  • Continuously assessing the physical, neurological, and cognitive development of neonates.
  • Managing long-term follow-up care for infants who required intensive care, ensuring proper growth and development as they transition out of the NICU.
  • Using diagnostic tools such as blood tests, ultrasounds, and imaging to monitor the health of infants.

4. Family Support and Counseling

  • Providing emotional support to parents and families, guiding them through the challenges of having a critically ill or premature infant.
  • Explaining diagnoses, treatment plans, and prognoses to parents and caregivers in a compassionate and understandable way.
  • Offering guidance on infant care and early development, especially for parents of premature or medically fragile infants.

5. Preventive Care and Risk Management

  • Assessing and mitigating risk factors that could affect a newborn's health, such as birth complications or maternal health issues (e.g., gestational diabetes, hypertension).
  • Educating families about best practices for newborn care, vaccination schedules, and early childhood health screening.
  • Offering prenatal counseling to expectant parents, particularly those with high-risk pregnancies or those who are expecting premature babies.

6. Research and Education

  • Engaging in research to advance the field of neonatology, exploring new treatments, procedures, and technologies for neonatal care.
  • Publishing research findings, attending conferences, and contributing to the education of other healthcare professionals.
  • Teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows interested in pediatric and neonatal care.


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