1. Position Summary
The Consultant Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon provides advanced surgical and non-surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents with congenital, developmental, and traumatic musculoskeletal conditions. The role requires a
Tier-1, Western-trained consultant with extensive experience in complex pediatric orthopaedic procedures within a tertiary care setting.
2. Minimum Qualifications & Licensing Requirements
Tier-1 Accepted Qualifications
One of the following (or equivalent):
- UK CCT / CESR (Trauma & Orthopaedics Pediatric focus)
- American Board Certification (Orthopaedic Surgery + Pediatric Orthopaedics fellowship)
- Canadian RCPSC Fellowship
- Irish CSCST
- Australian FRACS (Orthopaedic Surgery Pediatric)
- German Facharzt (Orthopaedics / Pediatric Orthopaedics)
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 35 years post-consultant experience in pediatric orthopaedic surgery.
- Demonstrated case volume in complex deformity correction and trauma.
Licensing
- Eligible for DOH or DHA Consultant License.
- DataFlow verification and DOH/DHA exam or exemption according to Tier-1 status.
3. Key Responsibilities- Manage and surgically treat the full spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic conditions, including:
- Congenital limb and foot deformities
- Hip disorders (DDH, Perthes, SCFE)
- Limb length discrepancy
- Scoliosis and spine deformity (if trained)
- Neuromuscular conditions (CP, spina bifida)
- Pediatric fractures and trauma
- Perform corrective surgery, reconstructive procedures, and guided growth techniques.
- Conduct outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and perioperative management.
- Collaborate closely with pediatricians, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and radiology teams.
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation and adhere to UAE clinical standards.
4. Core Competencies
- Expertise in congenital deformity correction
- Strong surgical judgment and perioperative management
- Excellent communication with children and families
- Effective teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment
- Commitment to evidence-based pediatric orthopaedic practice
5. Workload & On-Call
- Scheduled operating lists
- Pediatric orthopaedic clinics and inpatient rounds
- Participation in on-call rota for trauma and emergency cases
How To Apply
Qualified candidates may submit their
updated CV to:
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Put Job Ref: PED-ORTHO-CONS-UAE-2025 in email subject section.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
