Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation - PMR

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation - PMR in Dubai to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver evidence-based, family-centered care for children with mobility and developmental needs.

The role focuses on comprehensive assessments, individualized plans, and ongoing outcome monitoring within a modern healthcare setting in the United Arab Emirates.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognized medical degree and consultant qualification in pediatric rehabilitation or related specialty.
• Minimum of five years of relevant clinical pediatric rehabilitation experience.
• Eligibility for Dubai Health Authority or Department of Health medical licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation assessments covering mobility, function, and development.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans based on clinical findings and family goals.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including physiotherapists, occupational and speech therapists, and nurses.
• Coordinate therapy schedules to ensure consistent rehabilitation objectives.
• Monitor progress with appropriate outcome measures and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate parents and caregivers on home exercises and mobility strategies.

Skills

Pediatric rehabilitation

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Cerebral palsy management

Developmental delay assessment

Neuromuscular rehabilitation

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Education

Medical degree

Consultant qualification in Pediatric Rehabilitation or related specialty

Job description

Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation - PMR Job Snapshot Role: Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation - PMR Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Experience: Minimum 5 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview The Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation - PMR position in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a senior Medical Practice opportunity focused on improving mobility, function, independence, and quality of life for children with physical, developmental, neurological, and musculoskeletal conditions. A modern healthcare facility is hiring an experienced rehabilitation consultant to lead multidisciplinary treatment planning and deliver evidence-based, family-centered care. Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Medical Practice Function: Medical Practitioner Salary: 50000-75000 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 rehabilitation care for children affected by cerebral palsy, developmental delay, neuromuscular disorders, mobility limitations, and other conditions that affect daily function. The physician will assess each child 's medical, physical, developmental, and social needs before establishing realistic rehabilitation goals. The role coordinates physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing, and other specialist services. Through structured monitoring and family education, the consultant will help children achieve greater independence, participate more fully in daily activities, and maintain progress beyond the clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric rehabilitation assessments covering mobility, muscle tone, strength, coordination, communication, self-care, and developmental function.
• Diagnose and manage rehabilitation needs associated with cerebral palsy, developmental delay, neuromuscular disease, neurological disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans based on clinical findings, functional limitations, family priorities, and achievable treatment goals.
• Establish short-term and long-term targets for mobility, independence, participation, communication, and quality of life.
• Lead multidisciplinary care involving physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Coordinate therapy schedules and ensure each discipline works toward consistent rehabilitation objectives.
• Monitor clinical and functional progress using appropriate assessment tools and outcome measures.
• Modify treatment intensity, therapy goals, equipment recommendations, or follow-up plans when patient needs change.
• Assess the need for mobility aids, orthotic devices, adaptive equipment, and home modifications.
• Provide medical oversight for rehabilitation interventions and manage associated clinical concerns.
• Educate parents and caregivers about home exercises, positioning, mobility support, communication strategies, and daily care.
• Encourage family participation in treatment planning and long-term rehabilitation decisions.
• Maintain accurate consultation records, functional assessments, treatment plans, and progress documentation.
• Ensure rehabilitation services comply with Dubai healthcare requirements, hospital policies, and patient safety standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews, clinical audits, service development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support teaching and professional development across the pediatric rehabilitation team.
• Promote evidence-based, compassionate, and culturally sensitive rehabilitation care.

Ideal Profile

Applicants must hold a recognized medical degree and an approved Consultant qualification in Pediatric Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pediatrics, Neurology, Orthopedics, or a related specialty with substantial pediatric rehabilitation experience. A minimum of five years of relevant clinical experience is required. Candidates should demonstrate strong capability in managing cerebral palsy, developmental delay, neurological disability, neuromuscular disorders, and pediatric mobility limitations. Eligibility for a Dubai Health Authority or Department of Health medical licence is essential. The successful consultant will combine sound clinical judgment with effective team leadership, organized treatment planning, and sensitive communication with children and families. Fluency in English is required. Arabic language capability would be advantageous.

Skills Set

• Pediatric rehabilitation
• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Cerebral palsy management
• Developmental delay assessment
• Neuromuscular rehabilitation
• Pediatric neurological rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Functional assessment
• Mobility evaluation
• Muscle tone management
• Individualized rehabilitation planning
• Goal-based treatment
• Physiotherapy coordination
• Occupational therapy coordination
• Speech therapy coordination
• Assistive device assessment
• Orthotic evaluation
• Adaptive equipment planning
• Home rehabilitation programs
• Family education
• Progress monitoring
• Outcome measurement
• Multidisciplinary team leadership
• Clinical documentation
• Patient-centered care
• Dubai Health Authority licensing
• Department of Health licensing
• Consultant-level clinical decision-making

Why Join Us

This opportunity allows an experienced rehabilitation consultant to make a measurable difference in children 's mobility, independence, development, and participation in daily life. The physician will work in a modern multidisciplinary setting where coordinated therapy and long-term family involvement are central to patient outcomes. The position offers professional stability, exposure to varied pediatric rehabilitation cases, and scope to strengthen service quality, team capability, and evidence-based clinical pathways. It is well suited to a consultant seeking meaningful clinical leadership within Dubai 's growing specialist healthcare sector.