Consultant Pediatric Orthopedics

About the opportunity

SearchPlus HR is seeking an experienced and highly qualified consultant pediatric orthopedic surgeon for a prestigious healthcare organization in the UAE. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive orthopedic care to infants, children, and adolescents, working within a multidisciplinary pediatric team and delivering high-quality, evidence-based surgical and non-surgical treatment.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation, diagnosis, and management of pediatric orthopedic conditions.
• Assess and treat congenital, developmental, traumatic, and neuromuscular orthopedic disorders in children.
• Perform appropriate pediatric orthopedic surgical and non-surgical procedures.
• Manage pediatric fractures, deformities, limb-length discrepancies, and sports-related injuries.
• Provide care for conditions including pediatric hip disorders, clubfoot, scoliosis, limb deformities, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions with pediatricians, radiologists, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and communicate treatment options clearly to patients and their families.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with UAE healthcare standards.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching, and professional development activities.

Requirements

• Medical degree with recognised specialist qualification in orthopedic surgery.
• Fellowship/subspecialty training in pediatric orthopedics is highly preferred.
• Consultant-level experience in pediatric orthopedic surgery.
• Strong experience managing pediatric orthopedic cases across a broad age range.
• Tier 1 / Western qualification preferred, including:
• UK CCT / CCST
• American Board
• Canadian Board / RCPSC
• Irish specialist qualification
• Australian / New Zealand specialist qualification
• Other recognised international qualifications may be considered.
• Eligible for consultant-level UAE licensing with the relevant health authority (DHA/DOH/MOH), subject to assessment.
• Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a leading international or Western healthcare environment is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading healthcare organisation in the UAE.
• Modern facilities and advanced clinical infrastructure.
• Multidisciplinary and internationally experienced medical team.
• Excellent professional and career-development opportunities.
• Relocation support, subject to employer policy.
• Support and guidance throughout the credentialing and licensing process.