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Consultant Physician:
Orthopedic Surgery

Private Hospital Group Dubai, UAE Full-Time

About this role

We are seeking a highly qualified Consultant Physician in Orthopedic Surgery to provide expert surgical care in Dubai. The role focuses on managing a diverse range of musculoskeletal disorders, including degenerative joint diseases, sports injuries, and complex trauma cases.

The institution provides a state of the art clinical environment designed to support high quality surgical interventions. The role offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team of specialists in a highly regulated healthcare landscape governed by the Dubai Health Authority.

Key responsibilities

  • The consultant will diagnose and manage complex conditions such as osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, and various fractures.
  • The role involves performing advanced surgical procedures including total hip arthroplasty and arthroscopic ligament reconstruction.
  • The physician will develop comprehensive treatment plans and personalized patient care pathways for postoperative recovery.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate closely with physiotherapists, anesthesiologists, and orthopedic nurses to ensure holistic care.
  • The role includes mentoring and providing clinical guidance to orthopedic residents and junior medical staff.
  • The physician will provide detailed education to patients and their families regarding surgical outcomes and postoperative rehabilitation.
  • The consultant will actively participate in clinical audits and contribute to orthopedic research initiatives to enhance surgical standards.

Requirements

  • MBBS or equivalent medical degree
  • Recognised specialisation certificate: CCT (UK), American Board, German Facharzt, or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum 5+ years post-qualification experience
UAE licensing pathway
  • Dubai Health Authority professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Dubai Health Authority Professional Licensing Exam (Prometric)
  • DataFlow verification (Primary Source Verification), required for all non-GCC applicants
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Ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional surgical precision and a compassionate approach to long term patient management. A clinician who thrives in a fast paced environment and possesses strong leadership qualities will be highly successful in this position.

What the facility offers

Competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits, Annual flight allowance and relocation support, Private health insurance, Accommodation allowance or provided housing, Paid annual leave and public holidays, Professional development, CME support, and career advancement.

Benefits may vary by facility and are subject to final contract terms.

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