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Physiotherapist:
Neuro Rehabilitation

Multi-Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi, UAE Full-Time

About this role

We are seeking a highly qualified Physiotherapist specializing in Neuro Rehabilitation for a premier healthcare institution in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on managing complex neurological cases and delivering advanced rehabilitative care to patients recovering from significant neurological impairments.

The facility provides a state-of-the-art clinical environment designed to support intensive neurorehabilitation. This opportunity allows the professional to work within a highly integrated multidisciplinary team under the regulatory standards of the Department of Health.

Key responsibilities

  • The physiotherapist will diagnose and manage complex neurological conditions including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and multiple sclerosis.
  • The role involves performing specialized techniques such as neurodevelopmental treatment, PNF, and task-specific training.
  • The clinician will design and implement comprehensive rehabilitation pathways tailored to individual patient recovery goals.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate closely with occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and neurologists.
  • The professional will provide clinical mentorship to junior physiotherapists and allied health students during their rotations.
  • The role requires educating patients and their families on neurorehabilitation progress and long-term injury prevention strategies.
  • The clinician will participate in clinical audits and evidence-based research to enhance neurorehabilitation protocols.

Requirements

  • Relevant degree in the specialty
  • Minimum 3+ years post-qualification experience
UAE licensing pathway
  • Department of Health professional license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Department of Health Qualifying Exam
  • DataFlow verification (Primary Source Verification), required for all non-GCC applicants
Health Bridge guides you end-to-end after the free assessment.

Ideal candidate

The ideal clinician will possess a profound understanding of neuroplasticity and advanced motor learning principles. A patient-centric professional with exceptional empathy and strong interpersonal skills will thrive within this multidisciplinary setting.

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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We handle your end-to-end UAE licensing: DataFlow PSV, exam booking, authority submission, and licence issuance. Our service fee is split between an upfront licensing phase and a placement phase. You only pay the placement fee once you've signed a contract with an employer.
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