Consultant - Paediatric Ophthalmology

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support

Health insurance

Annual paid leave

Flight allowance

CME funding

Paid study leave

Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a Consultant in Paediatric Ophthalmology in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, to lead clinical care for pediatric eye conditions. The role covers diagnosis, surgical management including strabismus and pediatric cataract, and coordination with neonatology and pediatric teams.

Ideal candidates have completed specialist training in ophthalmology with fellowship in paediatric ophthalmology and DHA license eligibility; the package includes housing, health

Qualifications

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Completion of accredited specialist training in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship or formal subspecialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, congenital glaucoma, and pediatric refractive errors.
• Assess children with genetic, developmental, neurological, and congenital eye disorders.
• Screen, diagnose, and coordinate treatment for retinopathy of prematurity.
• Evaluate congenital eyelid abnormalities, lacrimal disorders, and pediatric ocular surface conditions.
• Perform comprehensive eye examinations using age‑appropriate visual assessment methods.
• Conduct ocular alignment, motility, refraction, visual acuity, fundus, and anterior segment assessments.
• Interpret ophthalmic imaging, diagnostic studies, visual function tests, and relevant laboratory findings.
• Perform strabismus surgery, pediatric cataract surgery, and other procedures within approved clinical privileges.
• Develop individualized surgical and non‑surgical treatment plans based on diagnosis, age, visual development, and family needs.
• Manage emergency pediatric ophthalmic presentations, including trauma, acute visual loss, infection, and raised intraocular pressure.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Coordinate care with neonatologists, pediatricians, neurologists, geneticists, anesthesiologists, optometrists, nurses, and allied healthcare teams.
• Counsel parents and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment choices, surgical risks, prognosis, and follow‑up requirements.
• Educate families on patching therapy, corrective lenses, medication use, postoperative care, and visual rehabilitation.
• Monitor long‑term visual development and treatment outcomes in children with chronic eye conditions.
• Maintain complete consultation notes, operative reports, consent records, investigation findings, and follow‑up plans.
• Comply with hospital policies, patient‑safety standards, and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity reviews, quality improvement projects, and service‑development initiatives.
• Teach junior physicians, residents, nurses, and other clinical professionals.
• Contribute to clinical research, case reviews, continuing medical education, and professional conferences.
• Remain current with advances in paediatric ophthalmology, microsurgery, imaging, and evidence‑based treatment.

Skills

Paediatric ophthalmology

Pediatric eye examinations

Strabismus management

Strabismus surgery

Amblyopia treatment

Pediatric cataract surgery

Congenital cataracts

Congenital glaucoma

Retinopathy of prematurity

Pediatric refraction

Ophthalmic imaging

Pediatric ophthalmic emergencies

Microsurgical procedures

Surgical treatment planning

Postoperative eye care

Family counseling

Multidisciplinary pediatric care

Clinical governance

Medical education

Clinical research

DHA Consultant License eligibility

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree

Completion of accredited Ophthalmology specialist training

Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology

Tools

Dubai Health Authority Consultant License eligibility

Job description

Consultant - Paediatric Ophthalmology

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Hospital and Health Care

Function: Physician

Salary: 70,000 – 90,000 AED per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, congenital glaucoma, and pediatric refractive errors.
• Assess children with genetic, developmental, neurological, and congenital eye disorders.
• Screen, diagnose, and coordinate treatment for retinopathy of prematurity.
• Evaluate congenital eyelid abnormalities, lacrimal disorders, and pediatric ocular surface conditions.
• Perform comprehensive eye examinations using age‑appropriate visual assessment methods.
• Conduct ocular alignment, motility, refraction, visual acuity, fundus, and anterior segment assessments.
• Interpret ophthalmic imaging, diagnostic studies, visual function tests, and relevant laboratory findings.
• Perform strabismus surgery, pediatric cataract surgery, and other procedures within approved clinical privileges.
• Develop individualized surgical and non‑surgical treatment plans based on diagnosis, age, visual development, and family needs.
• Manage emergency pediatric ophthalmic presentations, including trauma, acute visual loss, infection, and raised intraocular pressure.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultations for infants, children, and adolescents.
• Coordinate care with neonatologists, pediatricians, neurologists, geneticists, anesthesiologists, optometrists, nurses, and allied healthcare teams.
• Counsel parents and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment choices, surgical risks, prognosis, and follow‑up requirements.
• Educate families on patching therapy, corrective lenses, medication use, postoperative care, and visual rehabilitation.
• Monitor long‑term visual development and treatment outcomes in children with chronic eye conditions.
• Maintain complete consultation notes, operative reports, consent records, investigation findings, and follow‑up plans.
• Comply with hospital policies, patient‑safety standards, and applicable UAE healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity reviews, quality improvement projects, and service‑development initiatives.
• Teach junior physicians, residents, nurses, and other clinical professionals.
• Contribute to clinical research, case reviews, continuing medical education, and professional conferences.
• Remain current with advances in paediatric ophthalmology, microsurgery, imaging, and evidence‑based treatment.

Ideal Profile

• MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Completion of accredited specialist training in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship or formal subspecialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology is mandatory.
• Western education or clinical training from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or an equivalent system is preferred.
• Eligibility for a Dubai Health Authority Consultant License in Ophthalmology.
• Minimum 5 years of post‑specialization experience as a Consultant Ophthalmologist.
• Significant consultant‑level experience in paediatric ophthalmology.
• Proven medical and surgical expertise in childhood eye disorders.
• Strong experience in strabismus surgery and pediatric cataract procedures.
• Competence in treating congenital glaucoma, amblyopia, refractive disorders, and retinopathy of prematurity.
• Ability to use pediatric ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic technologies.
• Strong clinical judgment when managing emergency and complex ophthalmic cases.
• Excellent communication and family‑counseling skills.
• Ability to explain complex diagnoses and procedures clearly and compassionately.
• Demonstrated commitment to evidence‑based practice, patient safety, and ethical medical care.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multicultural and multidisciplinary clinical environment.

Skills Set

• Paediatric ophthalmology
• Pediatric eye examinations
• Strabismus management
• Strabismus surgery
• Amblyopia treatment
• Pediatric cataract surgery
• Congenital cataracts
• Congenital glaucoma
• Retinopathy of prematurity
• Pediatric refraction
• Childhood visual development
• Ocular motility assessment
• Congenital eyelid disorders
• Lacrimal disorders
• Genetic eye diseases
• Ophthalmic imaging
• Pediatric ophthalmic emergencies
• Microsurgical procedures
• Surgical treatment planning
• Postoperative eye care
• Family counseling
• Multidisciplinary pediatric care
• Clinical governance
• Medical education
• Clinical research
• DHA Consultant License eligibility

Why Join Us

This opportunity allows an experienced Paediatric Ophthalmologist to deliver advanced medical and surgical eye care within a modern healthcare environment in Dubai. The consultant will manage a varied caseload, work with specialist pediatric teams, and use contemporary diagnostic and surgical resources. The employment package includes a competitive tax‑free salary, housing support, comprehensive health insurance, annual paid leave, flight allowance, continuing medical education funding, paid study leave, visa sponsorship, and relocation assistance. The role also offers long‑term career stability, research participation, professional development, and the opportunity to improve lifelong visual outcomes for children.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East recruits qualified physicians for specialist and consultant positions with established hospitals and healthcare organizations across the United Arab Emirates and the wider region. The company supports medical professionals pursuing senior clinical careers while helping healthcare providers strengthen advanced pediatric, surgical, and ophthalmic services.