Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced
Consultant PICU Specialist to join a leading tertiary healthcare institution in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide specialized intensive care management for critically ill infants, children, and adolescents within a state-of-the-art Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
This role is ideal for internationally trained and European-based physicians seeking to work within advanced healthcare systems offering excellent career growth and competitive tax-free remuneration.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
- Provide advanced life support and critical care management for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents.
- Perform and supervise pediatric critical care procedures including intubation, central venous access, arterial lines, and ventilator management.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care with pediatric subspecialists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams.
- Respond to pediatric emergencies and rapid response situations.
- Develop individualized treatment and care plans based on evidence-based medical practices.
- Supervise junior physicians, residents, and PICU staff.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and medical records.
- Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and continuing medical education activities.
Requirements
- MBBS / Medical Degree with specialization in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine.
- Board Certification / CCT / Fellowship / European Board / American Board or equivalent recognized qualification.
- Minimum 5 years of Consultant-level PICU experience.
- Experience in tertiary or internationally accredited hospitals preferred.
- Eligibility for Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) licensing.
- Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- UK CCT, Irish, European, Australian, Canadian, or American Board Certification.
- Expertise in pediatric ventilation, sedation, and advanced critical care procedures.
- Experience in high-acuity PICU settings.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package.
- Housing and transportation allowance.
- Family benefits (where applicable).
- Medical insurance and annual leave.
- Annual airfare allowance.
- CME and professional development support.
- Opportunity to work in modern tertiary-care hospitals with advanced PICU facilities.
European-trained and internationally qualified consultants are encouraged to apply. 
