The posting
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Senior Specialist / Consultant Child Psychiatrist to join a reputed government healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will provide specialized psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children and adolescents, supporting their emotional, behavioral, and mental well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and manage psychiatric and neurodevelopmental conditions in children and adolescents.
- Develop individualized treatment plans, including medication management and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Manage conditions such as ADHD, autism-related mental health concerns, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and behavioral difficulties.
- Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and monitor treatment outcomes.
- Collaborate with pediatricians, psychologists, therapists, schools, and families to ensure coordinated care.
- Provide counseling and guidance to parents and caregivers regarding treatment and ongoing support.
- Assess mental health risks and implement appropriate safeguarding and crisis management measures.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to established patient safety and confidentiality standards.
- Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and clinical quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Recognized medical degree with relevant postgraduate qualifications in Psychiatry and specialized training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
- Relevant clinical experience at Senior Specialist or Consultant level.
- Strong expertise in child and adolescent mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Experience managing a range of psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, and developmental conditions.
- Excellent communication, clinical decision-making, and family-centered care skills.
- Candidates with UK CCT, Western qualifications, American Board, Australian Board, or German Board certifications are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package.
- Accommodation or housing allowance, depending on the employment package.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Annual air ticket, subject to employer policy.
- Paid annual leave and applicable employment benefits.
- Family benefits, subject to the employment package.
- Opportunity to work in a reputed government healthcare facility in the UAE.
- Collaborative multidisciplinary working environment with access to specialized mental health services.
- Professional development opportunities and long-term career growth.



