Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant – Cleft Lip

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Job summary

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc. is seeking an Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant for Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) in Abu Dhabi. The position focuses on advanced surgical and multidisciplinary care for patients with cleft lip and palate conditions. You will lead surgical planning and long-term management in a cutting-edge medical center.

The ideal candidate requires a basic medical degree, relevant certifications, and at least five years of experience. The role offers a tax-free salary and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery after board/equivalent certification.
• Current and in good standing medical license to practice in the UAE.
• BLS/ACLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clinical schedule to provide timely and comprehensive medical services to patients.
• Examine patients to diagnose musculoskeletal problems, including diseases or injuries.
• Participate in hospital system quality improvement and risk management programs.

Skills

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

Clinical Patient Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Basic medical degree from a recognized institution

Post-qualification certification from North America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand

Job description

Join Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) as an Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant - Cleft Lip

Why Join SSMC?

• World-Class Facilities – Work in a cutting-edge medical center equipped with the latest technologies.
• Career Growth – Access professional development, research opportunities, and mentorship programs.
• Competitive Benefits – Tax-free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

Summary

This role focuses on advanced surgical and multidisciplinary care for patients with cleft lip and palate conditions. You will lead surgical planning, reconstruction, and long-term management in a tertiary care setting.

Education / Qualification Required

1. Basic medical degree from a recognized institution
2. Post-qualification certification
   • Qualification Source from North America, Western Europe, Australia, or New Zealand.
     • USA: American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS)
     • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (FRCPS–Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery)
     • UK and Ireland: GMC/CCST Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
     • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal College (FRACP)
     • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience Post-Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery after board/equivalent certification
• Working knowledge of management theories and their application within the Dental department

License

• Current and in good standing medical license to practice in country of residence
• BLS/ACLS certification

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clinical schedule to provide timely and comprehensive medical services to patients
• Assume direct responsibility for the patients under medical attendance in the assigned unit
• Examine patients to diagnose bone, joint, ligament or other musculoskeletal problems, including diseases or injuries
• Participate in committees for upgrading services and organization of work within and outside the hospital
• Participate in hospital system quality improvement, risk management programs and activities, including reporting patient occurrences, continuing medical education, and consultation on legal and risk issues
• Perform all relevant interventions related to the field of specialization
• Participate in scheduling of on-call duties and provide on-call services as required
• Participate in assessment and updating of drug, medical supply and equipment needs
• Write, complete and approve medical records and reports for patients
• Provide guidance and counsel to other departments when requested
• Complete and maintain set of clinical privileges
• Comply with revalidation guidelines and standards
• Attend hospital clinical meetings as reasonably requested and participate in any other clinical or administrative activities that further the hospital’s business purpose
• Comply with billing, documentation and related policies, procedures, systems and practices established
• Perform other duties as assigned/directed by the Chief Medical Officer