We're Hiring |Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Location: Dubai
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are looking for an experienced Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon to join a leading healthcare facility in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality surgical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, and surgical management of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions
- Perform elective and emergency orthopedic surgical procedures within the scope of clinical expertise
- Diagnose and manage fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, tendon disorders, joint diseases, and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions
- Perform appropriate orthopedic procedures, including fracture fixation, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and joint replacement surgery, where appropriately trained
- Evaluate and manage patients with osteoarthritis, sports injuries, traumatic orthopedic conditions, and chronic joint disorders
- Provide surgical and non-surgical management of upper and lower limb conditions
- Perform or supervise minimally invasive orthopedic procedures and advanced surgical interventions within the authorized scope of practice
- Assess and manage complex orthopedic trauma and post-traumatic musculoskeletal conditions
- Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment, surgical planning, informed consent, and post-operative follow-up
- Evaluate and manage post-operative complications, including infection, implant-related problems, and delayed healing
- Interpret relevant investigations, including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and musculoskeletal ultrasound
- Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans in collaboration with physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists
- Collaborate with rheumatologists, neurologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, pain specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams
- Provide patient education regarding treatment options, surgical risks, recovery, rehabilitation, and preventive care
- Supervise and mentor junior orthopedic surgeons, residents, and other healthcare professionals
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and patient-safety standards
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and CME activities
Requirements
Qualifications
- MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree
- Recognized postgraduate qualification in Orthopedic Surgery / Orthopedics & Traumatology
- Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant qualification
- Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Orthopedic Surgery is highly desirable
- Minimum 5-10 years of post-specialization experience in Orthopedic Surgery
- Strong clinical and surgical experience in managing complex musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions
- Demonstrated competence in orthopedic trauma surgery, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and other relevant surgical procedures
- Experience with minimally invasive orthopedic techniques and advanced surgical technologies is an advantage
- Eligible for DHA Consultant classification/license in Dubai, subject to applicable qualification and experience requirements
- Excellent surgical, clinical, leadership, communication, and patient-management skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
- Medical insurance
- Annual paid leave and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and facility policy
- Professional development and CME opportunities
- Modern, well-equipped orthopedic surgical facilities and advanced operating theatre infrastructure
- Collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare environment
- Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates