Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon, UAE /Competitive Package/Modern Surgical Facility

PulseHire HR; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Medical insurance

Annual return flight tickets

Professional indemnity / malpractice

CME support

Visa and onboarding assistance

Job summary

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its orthopedic outpatient, trauma and elective surgical services and is seeking a highly skilled Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon to join its growing clinical team.

The role emphasizes advanced clinical expertise, patient-centered communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and adherence to international healthcare standards within a modern facility serving a diverse international patient population.

Qualifications

• Internationally trained clinician with recognised specialty qualifications.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety.
• Ability to adapt to UAE regulations and hospital governance.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal injuries, degenerative disease, fractures and orthopedic conditions.
• Perform orthopedic procedures such as arthroscopy, arthroplasty, trauma fixation or hand/foot procedures.
• Evaluate surgical candidates, obtain informed consent and guide perioperative care.
• Collaborate with radiology, anaesthesia, physiotherapy, sports medicine and rehabilitation teams.
• Provide outpatient follow-up, functional recovery plans and complication management.
• Participate in surgical audit, theatre safety, infection prevention and governance.

Skills

Orthopedic surgery expertise

Clinical judgement

Communication skills

Patient safety

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

UK CCT / FRCS Trauma & Orthopaedics

European Board / national specialist certification

Royal College Certification (Canada)

Australian FRACS

Arab Board

MS / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification

Job description

JOB TITLE: Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon - UAE LOCATION: UAE EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its orthopedic outpatient, trauma and elective surgical services and is seeking a highly skilled Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon to join its growing clinical team.

The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the ability to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can combine advanced clinical expertise with patient-centred communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and commitment to international healthcare standards.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment supported by experienced consultants, nurses, allied health professionals and modern diagnostic and treatment infrastructure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal injuries, degenerative disease, fractures and orthopedic conditions.
• Perform orthopedic procedures according to subspecialty scope such as arthroscopy, arthroplasty, trauma fixation or hand/foot procedures.
• Evaluate surgical candidates, obtain informed consent and guide perioperative care.
• Collaborate with radiology, anaesthesia, physiotherapy, sports medicine and rehabilitation teams.
• Provide outpatient follow-up, functional recovery plans and complication management.
• Participate in surgical audit, theatre safety, infection prevention and clinical governance.

Benefits

• Highly competitive tax-free salary package
• Performance-based incentives where applicable
• Housing allowance or premium accommodation support
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Annual return flight tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
• Continuing medical education support
• Visa and onboarding assistance

LICENSING & RELOCATION SUPPORT

• Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance
• DataFlow and credential verification support
• Visa and regulatory processing assistance
• Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable
• Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety.
• Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations.
• Interest in long-term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting.

Applications are welcome from internationally trained Specialist Orthopedic Surgeon candidates holding recognised qualifications such as:

• American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
• UK CCT / FRCS Trauma & Orthopaedics
• European Board / national specialist certification
• Royal College Certification (Canada)
• Australian FRACS
• Arab Board
• MS / DNB / FCPS or equivalent recognised specialist qualification

Applications are welcome from candidates across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing.