Consultant Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics Ghobash Group

Ability Pediatric Rehab Center is seeking a highly experienced and compassionate Consultant in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics to lead clinical care for children with neurodevelopmental and behavioral challenges. This role is pivotal in advancing our center s reputation as a trusted hub for early intervention and developmental support across the UAE.

Clinical Leadership

• Conduct detailed developmental assessments and diagnose conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, learning difficulties, speech and motor delays, and behavioral disorders.
• Create and oversee individualized care plans that integrate therapy across OT, speech, psychology, and behavioral services.
• Ensure evidence-based practices are followed and updated across the team.

Family & Patient Support

• Counsel families with empathy and clarity, helping them understand diagnoses, treatment plans, and long-term developmental pathways.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and point of reference for both internal teams and external pediatricians or educational institutions.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Lead clinical case discussions with in-house therapists (SLPs, OTs, psychologists, behavior therapists).
• Contribute to team training and mentoring to elevating the clinical standards of the center.

Program & Service Development

• Help design and implement specialized care programs (Early Intervention, School Readiness, Social Integration).
• Work closely with management to expand Ability s reach and clinical offerings in line with patient needs and market trends.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Collaborate with center leadership to define and implement departmental goals, workflows, and clinical priorities.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation of patient records and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Contribute to policy development, licensing preparations, and audits related to pediatric services.
• Participate in staff recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations for relevant clinical team members.
• Assist in planning schedules, resource allocation, and reporting for developmental and behavioral services.

Quality and Compliance Requirements

• Monitor and uphold clinical quality standards in line with DOH (Abu Dhabi) regulations and international best practices.
• Lead or contribute to internal audits, incident reviews, and clinical governance initiatives.
• Support the development and use of outcome-based metrics to evaluate patient progress and service impact.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying service gaps and proposing corrective actions.
• Ensure all clinical interactions follow ethical, patient-centered, and culturally sensitive practices.