Consultant Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Specialist
Role overview
We are partnering with a leading JCI-accredited, multispecialty healthcare group in Dubai seeking a highly skilled consultant/specialist in physical medicine & rehabilitation (PM&R) to join their expanding rehabilitation and pain management division. This role offers a career-defining opportunity to work within a state-of-the-art facility, delivering advanced rehabilitation care to a diverse international patient population while contributing to integrated, multidisciplinary treatment pathways.
As a consultant/specialist physiatrist in Dubai, you will lead comprehensive rehabilitation programs aimed at restoring function, improving quality of life, and optimizing recovery for patients with acute and chronic physical impairments.
Key responsibilities
Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments
Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, chronic pain, and sports injuries
Perform interventional procedures including joint injections, nerve blocks, and ultrasound-guided treatments
Collaborate closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and pain specialists for multidisciplinary care
Monitor patient progress, functional outcomes, and adjust rehabilitation plans accordingly
Provide post-operative rehabilitation guidance in coordination with orthopedic and neurosurgical teams
Lead pain management strategies including non-surgical and minimally invasive approaches
Educate patients and families on recovery pathways, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with DHA and international healthcare standards
Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous medical education
Requirements
Eligibility & board recognition
We are seeking board certified PM&R specialists/consultants from globally recognised systems:
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (ABPMR)
UK CCT / GMC Specialist Register
European Board Certification
Canadian / Australian Fellowship
Arab Board / FCPS / MD PM&R
Minimum 3–5+ years post-board experience preferred
DHA license eligibility or active license is an advantage
What makes UAE attractive
Tax-free consultant physiatrist role in Dubai
Rapidly growing rehabilitation and pain management sector
Access to advanced rehab technologies and multidisciplinary care teams
Practice in JCI-accredited, internationally benchmarked hospitals
High quality of life in a safe, modern, and globally connected city
Benefits
Compensation & benefits
Competitive tax-free salary package
Performance incentives and revenue-sharing potential
Comprehensive health insurance (self & family)
Annual flights and generous annual leave
Relocation assistance and onboarding support
CME funding and professional development opportunities
Licensing & relocation support
Full DHA license conversion guidance provided
Assistance with DataFlow, exam process, and documentation
Dedicated relocation support for seamless transition to Dubai