Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics Specialist to join a leading healthcare facility in Al Ain. The successful candidate will diagnose, manage, and provide long-term care for infants, children, and adolescents with inherited metabolic and genetic disorders while delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care in a multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

Diagnose and manage inherited metabolic disorders and genetic conditions in pediatric patients.
Evaluate patients with suspected metabolic diseases, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and rare genetic syndromes.
Interpret metabolic, biochemical, and genetic investigations including newborn screening results.
Develop individualized treatment and long-term management plans for patients with metabolic and genetic disorders.
Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations for pediatric metabolic genetics cases.
Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric neurologists, dietitians, genetic counselors, laboratory specialists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Provide counseling and education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, inheritance patterns, and long-term care.
Participate in newborn screening programs and metabolic emergency management.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with DOH regulations and hospital policies.
Participate in research, clinical audits, teaching, and continuous medical education activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

MBBS or equivalent medical degree recognized by DOH Abu Dhabi.
Board Certification / Fellowship in Paediatric Metabolic Genetics, Clinical Genetics, or Metabolic Medicine.
Valid DOH Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in the relevant specialty.
Minimum 5–7 years of post-board consultant experience in pediatric metabolic genetics within a tertiary care or academic hospital.
Strong expertise in inherited metabolic disorders and pediatric genetic diseases.
Excellent communication, analytical, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

Experience in newborn screening and metabolic emergency protocols.
Exposure to rare disease programs and genomic medicine.
Research publications and academic experience are an advantage.
Ability to work in a multicultural healthcare environment.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary
Family benefits
Health insurance
Annual airfare allowance
Paid annual leave
CME and professional development support

Consultant Paediatric Metabolic Genetics - Al Ain