_{03rd February, 2026}

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon – Paediatric
Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Employment Type Full-time
Salary: AED 60,000 – 85,000 per month (all-inclusive, tax-free)
Benefits Package Includes:

• Tax-free income
• Housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance (family covered)
• Education allowance for dependent children
• Annual leave: 30–45 days
• Annual air tickets
• End-of-service gratuity as per UAE labour law

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will provide expert-level diagnosis, surgical management, and long-term care for infants, children, and adolescents with congenital, developmental, traumatic, and acquired musculoskeletal conditions.
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art medical environment with a multidisciplinary team, serving a diverse patient population.
Key Responsibilities Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care for paediatric orthopaedic patients
• Diagnose and manage congenital and developmental musculoskeletal disorders (e.g. DDH, clubfoot, limb deformities)
• Perform elective and emergency paediatric orthopaedic surgeries, including trauma and corrective procedures
• Manage post-operative care and long-term follow-up
• Participate in on-call and emergency coverage as required

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions and care planning
• Supervise, mentor, and support junior doctors and allied health professionals
• Maintain high standards of patient safety, quality, and clinical governance

Academic & Quality Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing medical education
• Contribute to teaching, training, and professional development activities
• Stay current with advances in paediatric orthopaedic surgery and evidence-based practice

Qualifications & Experience Essential Requirements

• Medical degree from a recognized institution
• Board certification / specialist qualification in Orthopaedic Surgery
• Fellowship training or subspecialty certification in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
• Minimum 5–7 years of post-specialist consultant-level experience (depending on training pathway)
• Eligibility for licensure with DOH (Abu Dhabi Department of Health)
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage but not essential)

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a tertiary or teaching hospital
• Exposure to complex paediatric deformity correction and advanced surgical techniques
• International experience (UK, Ireland, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or equivalent)

Personal Attributes

• Compassionate and child-focused approach to care
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Commitment to clinical excellence and continuous improvement

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