Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician

Allocation Assist; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician for a modern healthcare facility in Dubai, UAE. The role focuses on pediatric rehab assessment, planning and leading multidisciplinary teams to improve mobility and independence in children.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of clinical experience in pediatric rehabilitation, DHA/DOH licensing eligibility, and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of clinical experience in pediatric rehabilitation.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Eligibility for DHA/DOH medical licensing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pediatric rehabilitation assessments and management.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists).
• Monitor progress and adjust plans based on outcomes.
• Educate families about rehabilitation goals and home programmes.
• Maintain clinical documentation and compliance with UAE standards.

Skills

Pediatric Rehabilitation

Multidisciplinary leadership

Clinical assessment

Evidence-based care

Communication

Education

Consultant qualification in Pediatric Rehabilitation

PM&R with pediatric rehab experience

Pediatrics with rehab experience

Job description

Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician Job Snapshot

Role: Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Medical Practice - Function: Physician - Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant clinical experience - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview Allocation Assist Middle East is seeking a qualified Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician for a modern healthcare facility in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Medical Practice - Function: Physician - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Pediatric Rehabilitation Assessment and Management
  • Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments of children requiring specialist rehabilitation services.
  • Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with physical, developmental, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
  • Provide rehabilitation assessment and management for children with cerebral palsy, developmental delays and neuromuscular disorders.
  • Identify functional limitations, mobility challenges and developmental needs to determine appropriate rehabilitation approaches.
  • Apply clinical expertise to establish realistic rehabilitation objectives based on individual patient requirements.
  • Support improvements in physical function, mobility, independence and quality of life.
  • Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation care appropriate to each child 's condition and developmental needs.
• Individualized Rehabilitation Planning
  • Develop comprehensive rehabilitation plans tailored to each patient 's clinical presentation and functional abilities.
  • Establish individualized treatment goals focused on functional improvement and greater independence.
  • Coordinate appropriate rehabilitation interventions according to identified patient needs.
  • Monitor patient progress against established rehabilitation objectives.
  • Review treatment outcomes and adjust rehabilitation plans in response to clinical findings and functional improvement.
  • Maintain a coordinated approach to rehabilitation management throughout the patient 's treatment programme.
• Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation Coordination
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams involved in pediatric patient care.
  • Work closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists to support integrated rehabilitation services.
  • Provide clinical guidance to ensure rehabilitation activities align with individualized treatment goals.
  • Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among rehabilitation professionals.
  • Coordinate treatment planning and progress reviews across relevant therapy disciplines.
  • Promote a collaborative clinical environment focused on achieving appropriate rehabilitation outcomes.

Family Education and Rehabilitation Support

• Educate parents and caregivers about their child 's rehabilitation needs and treatment objectives.
• Provide guidance on home-based rehabilitation programmes that support continued functional development.
• Explain rehabilitation goals and progress in clear, accessible language.
• Encourage family involvement in the rehabilitation process.
• Support continuity of care by helping families understand recommended rehabilitation activities and treatment plans.

Clinical Documentation and Healthcare Standards

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records of patient assessments, rehabilitation plans and treatment progress.
• Document relevant clinical findings, treatment goals and adjustments to rehabilitation programmes.
• Ensure rehabilitation services comply with applicable UAE healthcare regulations and professional standards.
• Follow established clinical documentation and patient care requirements.
• Maintain high standards of professional accountability, clinical practice and patient-centered care.

Qualifications and Education

Applicants must hold a recognized Consultant qualification in one of the following specialties:

• Pediatric Rehabilitation.
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).
• Pediatrics with relevant rehabilitation experience.
• Neurology with relevant rehabilitation experience.
• Orthopedics with relevant rehabilitation experience.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant clinical experience.
• Clinical experience in pediatric rehabilitation or a related specialty involving rehabilitation management.
• Experience assessing and managing children with developmental, neurological, physical or musculoskeletal conditions.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary rehabilitation care and individualized treatment programmes.

Medical Licensing Requirements

• Eligibility for medical licensing with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) or Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DOH), as specified in the vacancy.

Clinical Knowledge and Technical Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge of pediatric rehabilitation and functional recovery.
• Understanding of physical, developmental, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions affecting children.
• Ability to assess functional limitations and establish appropriate rehabilitation objectives.
• Experience developing and monitoring individualized rehabilitation plans.
• Knowledge of multidisciplinary rehabilitation approaches involving physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.
• Ability to evaluate treatment progress and adjust rehabilitation strategies.
• Commitment to evidence-based clinical practice and patient-centered care.
• Understanding of applicable UAE healthcare standards and clinical documentation requirements.

Professional Skills and Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Effective leadership and multidisciplinary team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate rehabilitation goals and treatment progress to patients and families.
• A collaborative approach to working with rehabilitation professionals.
• Commitment to improving children 's functional independence and quality of life.
• Professionalism and dedication to high-quality pediatric healthcare.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required.
• Arabic language proficiency is an advantage.

Work Environment

The successful candidate will work in a modern healthcare facility in Dubai within a multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation setting. The clinical environment emphasizes evidence-based rehabilitation, coordinated therapy services and patient-centered treatment. The Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician will contribute specialist clinical expertise and leadership to support children with complex rehabilitation needs, helping them improve mobility, functional abilities, independence and overall quality of life.