Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Eye Care

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing support

Medical insurance

Annual airfare

Paid leave

CME funding

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a fellowship-trained Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist to deliver comprehensive medical and surgical eye care for infants, children and adolescents in Dubai.

The role involves outpatient assessments, emergency care, surgery, and long-term follow-up within a multidisciplinary team and family-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold MBBS or equivalent medical degree and completed accredited specialist training in Ophthalmology.
• Fellowship or formal subspecialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology is mandatory.
• Five years of post-specialization experience as a Consultant Ophthalmologist with pediatric focus is expected.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage pediatric eye conditions in infants, children and adolescents.
• Treat strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive errors.
• Manage retinopathy of prematurity and coordinate screening, monitoring and treatment.

Skills

Pediatric ophthalmology

Strabismus diagnosis

Strabismus surgery

Amblyopia management

Congenital cataract treatment

Pediatric cataract surgery

Retinopathy of prematurity

Pediatric refractive errors

Ophthalmic imaging interpretation

Pediatric emergency ophthalmology

Preoperative assessment

Postoperative care

Education

MBBS or equivalent

Accredited Ophthalmology training

Fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology

Tools

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Job description

Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Eye Care Job Snapshot Role: Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Eye Care Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Experience: Minimum 5 years post-specialization Job Type: Full-time Position Overview The Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Eye Care position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Medical Practice opportunity focused on diagnosing and treating complex eye disorders affecting infants, children, and adolescents. A leading healthcare facility is hiring a fellowship-trained specialist to provide comprehensive medical and surgical pediatric ophthalmology services within a multidisciplinary, family-centered environment.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Salary: 60000-85000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Role Context

This consultant appointment provides specialist ophthalmic care for young patients with congenital, developmental, refractive, retinal, and acquired eye conditions. The physician will use age-appropriate examination methods, advanced diagnostic investigations, and evidence-based treatment to protect vision and support healthy visual development. The role combines outpatient consultations, emergency assessment, surgery, long-term follow-up, and multidisciplinary case coordination.

Close collaboration with neonatologists, pediatricians, neurologists, geneticists, orthoptists, optometrists, and other specialists will support accurate diagnosis and better functional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage pediatric eye conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents.
• Assess and treat strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, congenital glaucoma, and refractive disorders.
• Manage retinopathy of prematurity and coordinate appropriate screening, monitoring, and treatment.
• Evaluate congenital eyelid, lacrimal, genetic, and developmental ophthalmic disorders.
• Perform comprehensive pediatric eye examinations using age-appropriate visual assessment techniques.
• Conduct specialist diagnostic procedures and interpret ophthalmic imaging and investigation results.
• Develop individualized medical, optical, surgical, and follow-up plans.
• Perform strabismus surgery within approved clinical privileges.
• Carry out pediatric cataract surgery and other credentialed ophthalmic procedures.
• Evaluate and manage urgent or emergency pediatric ophthalmic conditions.
• Provide preoperative assessment and explain procedures, alternatives, risks, and expected outcomes to families.
• Deliver postoperative care and monitor healing, visual recovery, alignment, and potential complications.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, neurologists, geneticists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences for complex developmental, neurological, or inherited eye conditions.
• Counsel parents and caregivers regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and long-term monitoring.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, operative records, consent documentation, and follow-up plans.
• Follow hospital policies, infection control procedures, patient safety standards, and applicable Dubai healthcare regulations.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and continuing medical education.
• Remain current with advances in pediatric ophthalmology and evidence-based clinical practice.

Ideal Profile

Applicants must hold an MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution and have completed accredited specialist training in Ophthalmology. Fellowship or formal subspecialty training in Paediatric Ophthalmology is mandatory. Candidates should have at least five years of post-specialization experience as a Consultant Ophthalmologist, including substantial responsibility for pediatric medical and surgical cases. Western medical education or clinical experience gained in the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or an equivalent healthcare system is preferred. Eligibility for or possession of a valid Dubai Health Authority Consultant licence is required. Applicants must demonstrate expertise in strabismus, amblyopia, congenital cataracts, pediatric glaucoma, retinopathy of prematurity, and pediatric ophthalmic surgery. The successful consultant will combine sound clinical judgment with compassionate family communication, careful documentation, and effective multidisciplinary teamwork.

Skills Set

• Pediatric ophthalmology
• Comprehensive pediatric eye examination
• Strabismus diagnosis
• Strabismus surgery
• Amblyopia management
• Congenital cataract treatment
• Pediatric cataract surgery
• Congenital glaucoma management
• Pediatric refractive errors
• Retinopathy of prematurity
• Congenital eyelid disorders
• Lacrimal system disorders
• Genetic eye diseases
• Developmental ophthalmic conditions
• Ophthalmic imaging interpretation
• Pediatric emergency ophthalmology
• Preoperative assessment
• Postoperative care
• Visual development monitoring
• Multidisciplinary pediatric care
• Parent and caregiver counseling
• Clinical documentation
• Quality improvement
• Clinical audit
• Medical education
• Clinical research
• Continuing medical education
• Dubai Health Authority licensing
• Consultant-level clinical decision-making

Why Join Us

This opportunity allows an experienced pediatric ophthalmologist to manage complex childhood eye conditions within a modern healthcare environment supported by advanced diagnostics, surgical technology, and multidisciplinary expertise. The consultant will directly influence visual development, functional independence, and long-term quality of life. The employment package may include a competitive tax-free salary, housing support, medical insurance, annual airfare, paid leave, continuing medical education funding, study leave, visa sponsorship, and relocation assistance. The role also offers meaningful scope for research, teaching, service development, and long-term professional growth in Dubai.