Consultant - Pediatric Orthopaedics

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 781,200 - 1,004,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary package

Comprehensive health insurance coverage

Annual airfare allowance

Paid annual leave

Continuing Medical Education support

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East in Dubai is seeking a Consultant - Pediatric Orthopaedics to provide specialized care for children with musculoskeletal issues. This role demands expertise in pediatric trauma, corrective surgeries, and rehabilitation practices.

Applicants should possess a valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License, with 5-7 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive, tax-free salary and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage pediatric orthopaedic conditions.
• Perform pediatric orthopaedic trauma surgery and corrective procedures.
• Educate parents and caregivers about treatment options and recovery.

Skills

Pediatric orthopaedic surgery

Pediatric orthopaedic trauma

Congenital deformity management

Limb deformity correction

Pediatric fracture care

Scoliosis management

Pediatric spine surgery

Hip disorder treatment

Limb reconstruction

Neuromuscular orthopaedics

Education

MBBS, MD or equivalent medical qualification

Board certification or fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery

Accredited subspecialty training in Pediatric Orthopaedics

Job description

Job Snapshot

Consultant - Pediatric Orthopaedics
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Experience: Minimum 5-7 years of post-board consultant experience
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 70,000-90,000 monthly (Market estimated)
Department of Health Abu Dhabi licensure required.

Job Overview

The Consultant - Pediatric Orthopaedics will provide specialized surgical and non‑surgical care for infants, children and adolescents with congenital deformities, musculoskeletal disorders, traumatic injuries, spinal conditions and complex orthopaedic problems. The role requires advanced expertise in pediatric orthopaedic trauma, deformity correction, reconstructive surgery and multidisciplinary rehabilitation. This opportunity is being recruited through Dubai for a healthcare position based in Abu Dhabi, and the selected surgeon must satisfy Department of Health Abu Dhabi requirements for consultant‑level licensure and clinical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage congenital, developmental, traumatic and acquired pediatric orthopaedic conditions.
• Treat scoliosis, hip disorders, limb‑length discrepancies, foot deformities, fractures, sports injuries and neuromuscular musculoskeletal conditions.
• Perform pediatric orthopaedic trauma surgery, deformity correction, reconstructive procedures and other specialist interventions.
• Conduct comprehensive inpatient and outpatient consultations for infants, children and adolescents.
• Evaluate and manage pediatric musculoskeletal emergencies, acute fractures, growth‑plate injuries and complex trauma cases.
• Review diagnostic imaging, laboratory findings, gait assessments and functional evaluations to support treatment decisions.
• Develop individualized surgical, non‑surgical and rehabilitation plans based on the child’s condition, development and functional needs.
• Provide conservative treatments including casting, bracing, splinting, rehabilitation and structured clinical monitoring where appropriate.
• Perform pre‑operative assessments and explain surgical risks, expected outcomes, recovery requirements and alternative treatment options.
• Monitor postoperative recovery, wound healing, mobility, pain control and rehabilitation progress.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, neurologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and rehabilitation teams.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care for children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular disorders and other complex conditions.
• Educate parents and caregivers about diagnoses, treatment options, postoperative care, mobility support and rehabilitation requirements.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, operative reports, consent records, treatment plans and follow‑up documentation.
• Comply with Department of Health Abu Dhabi regulations, hospital policies, ethical standards and clinical governance requirements.
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety, surgical checklist and quality assurance protocols.
• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality meetings, case reviews and service improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to medical education, resident supervision, multidisciplinary teaching and continuing professional development.
• Support clinical research, scientific publications and evidence‑based pediatric orthopaedic practice.

Qualifications (Ideal Profile)

• MBBS, MD or equivalent medical qualification from a recognised institution.
• Board certification or fellowship in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Accredited subspecialty training or fellowship in Pediatric Orthopaedics.
• Valid Department of Health Abu Dhabi Consultant License or Eligibility Letter in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Minimum 5‑7 years of post‑board consultant experience in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Previous experience in a tertiary care hospital, children’s hospital, trauma centre or academic medical institution.
• Advanced expertise in pediatric orthopaedic trauma, congenital deformities, limb reconstruction and corrective surgery.
• Strong knowledge of child development, growth‑plate injuries, pediatric biomechanics and age‑appropriate treatment planning.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex surgical and non‑surgical pediatric orthopaedic cases.
• Excellent operative judgment, technical proficiency and postoperative management skills.
• Strong communication abilities for working sensitively with children, parents, caregivers and clinical teams.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare services.
• Commitment to patient‑centred care, informed consent, safeguarding, confidentiality and clinical excellence.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural healthcare environment.

Preferred Expertise

• Experience in pediatric spinal surgery and complex scoliosis management.
• Expertise in limb reconstruction, limb‑lengthening procedures and advanced deformity correction.
• Experience treating neuromuscular orthopaedic conditions and developmental disabilities.
• Exposure to integrated pediatric rehabilitation, gait analysis and mobility programmes.
• Participation in pediatric orthopaedic research, academic teaching or peer‑reviewed publications.
• Experience developing clinical protocols, surgical pathways or quality improvement projects.

Why Join Us

• Competitive tax‑free salary package.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Family benefits in accordance with organisational policy.
• Annual airfare allowance.
• Paid annual leave.
• Continuing Medical Education support.
• Professional development and specialist training opportunities.
• Access to advanced diagnostic, surgical and rehabilitation resources.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare environment.
• Opportunity to manage complex cases and contribute to the development of specialist orthopaedic services.

Key Skills Set

• Pediatric orthopaedic surgery
• Pediatric orthopaedic trauma
• Congenital deformity management
• Limb deformity correction
• Pediatric fracture care
• Scoliosis management
• Pediatric spine surgery
• Hip disorder treatment
• Limb reconstruction
• Neuromuscular orthopaedics
• Reconstructive surgery
• Growth‑plate injury management
• Sports injury treatment
• Pediatric rehabilitation
• Surgical planning
• Post‑operative care
• Clinical documentation
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Patient and family education
• DOH Abu Dhabi licensing
• Patient safety
• Clinical research
• Quality improvement