Job Description: Specialist Physician – Pediatrics
Job Title: Specialist Physician – Pediatrics
Department: Department of Pediatrics & Child Health
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location : Muscat, Oman
Qualification Required: MBBS + MD / DNB (Pediatrics) or equivalent (MRCPCH with CCT, Arab Board, American Board)
Experience: Minimum 3 to 5+ Years post-MD/DNB clinical experience
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, empathetic, and clinically adept Specialist Physician in Pediatrics to provide comprehensive primary, secondary, and tertiary medical care for infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. The Specialist will lead outpatient consultations (OPD), manage inpatient care (IPD), handle pediatric emergencies, and collaborate with pediatric sub-specialties to ensure high-quality, patient- and family-centered pediatric care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Diagnosis & Patient Care (OPD & IPD)
Provide evidence-based medical care across a broad spectrum of pediatric conditions, including:
Infectious Diseases & Tropical Illnesses: Viral fevers, Dengue, Typhoid, Malaria, Bronchiolitis, Pneumonia, Urinary Tract Infections, and Gastroenteritis.
Growth & Developmental Disorders: Developmental delay screening, failure to thrive, nutritional deficiencies, and behavioral/learning assessments.
Allergy & Respiratory Conditions: Pediatric Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis, Croup, Reactive Airway Disease, and Chronic Cough.
Neonatal & Infant Follow-up: High-risk newborn follow-up, routine neonatal assessments, infant feeding issues, and lactation guidance.
Pediatric Sub-specialty Screening: Initial evaluation and management of pediatric nephrology, cardiology, neurology, and rheumatological conditions.
Conduct thorough clinical evaluations in the Outpatient Department (OPD) and admit, manage, and monitor patients in the Inpatient Ward (IPD).
Perform daily ward rounds, review treatment plans, and coordinate multi-disciplinary care with pediatric sub-specialists and surgical teams.
2. Emergency, PICU/NICU Care & Bedside Procedures
Provide acute care and resuscitation for pediatric emergencies in the Emergency Department (ER).
Manage pediatric and neonatal patients in critical care units (PICU / NICU) in coordination with the Intensivist/Neonatologist team.
Perform routine bedside diagnostic and therapeutic pediatric procedures:
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Lumbar Puncture (LP)
Endotracheal Intubation (Neonatal & Pediatric)
Peripheral Cannulation and Venipuncture in infants/children
Umbilical Artery/Vein Catheterization (UAC/UVC) in neonates
Diagnostic Ascitic/Pleural Tapping
Lead and manage pediatric/neonatal resuscitations (PALS / NRP protocols) in emergency, delivery room, and inpatient settings.
3. Preventative Healthcare & Immunization
Direct and manage the pediatric immunization clinic, ensuring adherence to IAP (Indian Academy of Pediatrics) and WHO vaccination schedules.
Educate parents and primary caregivers on child nutrition, growth milestones, accident prevention, hygiene, and mental well-being.
Conduct well-child checks and growth monitoring (using WHO/IAP growth charts).
4. Cross-Departmental Consultation & Surgery Support
Provide expert pediatric consultations for surgical, orthopedic, and pediatric sub-specialty admissions.
Conduct pre-operative risk evaluations and clearances for pediatric patients undergoing elective or emergency procedures.
Participate in hospital on-call rotations, night emergency duty, delivery room coverage, and pediatric resuscitation teams.
5. Quality, Compliance & Medical Leadership
Ensure strict adherence to hospital accreditation standards (JCI, NABH, CBAHI) and national pediatric practice guidelines.
Supervise, mentor, and guide junior medical officers (RMOs), nursing staff, and medical interns in pediatric protocols.
Maintain thorough, compliant, and accurate electronic medical records (EMR / EHR).
Actively participate in clinical audits, pediatric mortality/morbidity reviews, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs.
Qualifications & Experience
1. Educational Credentials
Primary Degree: MBBS from a recognized medical university / college.
Postgraduate Degree:
MD in Pediatrics, OR
DNB in Pediatrics from National Board of Examinations (NBE), OR
Western / International Equivalents: MRCPCH (UK) with CCT / CCST, Arab Board of Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), or equivalent Tier-1/Tier-2 qualifications.
2. Licensing Requirements
● Prometric Written Examination Report (preferred).
● Oman Dataflow completed or MOH License (added advantage).
● Selected candidates will be required to complete the Oman Specialist Medical Board (OSMB) licensing process:
○ Dataflow Verification (Educational Qualifications & Experience Certificates) — https://omsb.gov.om/home/infoPage?id=571
○ OMSB Prometric Written Examination — https://home.pearsonvue.com/Test-takers.aspx
○ OMSB Oral (VIVA) Examination, conducted virtually or in person.
3. Clinical Experience
Minimum 3 to 5 years of post-MD/DNB clinical experience in a recognized multi-specialty or children’s hospital.
Demonstrable proficiency in pediatric emergency management, PICU/NICU care, and pediatric bedside procedural skills.
4. Certifications & Languages
Active PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications (mandatory).
Employment Benefits:
● Annual Return Air Ticket
● Joining Air Ticket
● Health Insurance — coverage provided for the employee; eligible family members may be added at OMR 120 per person per year.
● Life Insurance
● Professional Indemnity Insurance
● 30 Days Paid Annual Leave
Important Notes
● House Rent Allowance (HRA) is included within the offered salary package.
● No separate education allowance is provided.
● Family visa is not included in the employment package; the hospital will assist with the visa application process.
