Specialist Podiatrist

Your tasks

We are seeking a qualified and experienced podiatrist with recognised Western qualifications to join leading healthcare facilities across the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing and managing a wide range of foot and lower-limb conditions, providing specialised podiatric treatments, and supporting patients with mobility, rehabilitation and preventive foot care needs.

• Assess, diagnose and manage common and complex foot and lower-limb conditions.
• Provide comprehensive podiatric care for patients with diabetes, peripheral vascular disease and other conditions affecting foot health.
• Perform routine and advanced foot care procedures, including nail surgery, wound management and treatment of corns, calluses and ingrown toenails.
• Evaluate and manage biomechanical abnormalities, gait disorders and musculoskeletal conditions affecting the feet and lower limbs.
• Provide customised orthotic recommendations and footwear advice to improve mobility and prevent complications.
• Assess and manage diabetic foot ulcers, pressure-related lesions and other podiatric wound conditions.
• Perform appropriate minor podiatric procedures within the scope of professional practice.
• Develop individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans based on patient needs.
• Educate patients on preventive foot care, hygiene and management of chronic foot conditions.
• Collaborate with endocrinologists, vascular surgeons, orthopedic specialists, physiotherapists and wound care teams.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with infection control and patient safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent recognised qualification in podiatry / podiatric medicine.
• Recognised Western professional registration or licensing, such as HCPC (UK), AHPRA (Australia) or relevant New Zealand registration, where applicable.
• Relevant clinical experience in podiatric assessment and treatment.
• Demonstrated expertise in diabetic foot care, wound management, biomechanical assessment and routine podiatric procedures.
• Experience working in hospital, outpatient or multidisciplinary clinical settings.
• Eligibility for the applicable UAE healthcare authority's podiatrist licensing requirements (DHA, DOH or MOHAP), subject to assessment.
• Excellent patient communication, clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Accommodation or housing allowance.
• Annual air tickets.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.