Job Description

1. Position Summary The Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Strabismus) provides specialized clinical and surgical management for children with strabismus and pediatric eye conditions. The role requires a Western-trained, Tier-1 consultant able to deliver high-volume outpatient care and perform advanced strabismus surgery within a private sector environment focused on efficiency, quality, and patient experience. 2. Minimum Qualifications & Licensing Requirements Tier-1 Accepted Qualifications One of the following (or equivalent):

UK CCT / CESR (Ophthalmology - Pediatric & Strabismus focus)

American Board Certification (Ophthalmology + Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus fellowship)

Canadian RCPSC Fellowship

Irish CSCST

Australian FRANZCO (with pediatric ophthalmology training)

German Facharzt (Augenheilkunde - Pediatric/Strabismus) Experience Requirements

3-5 years post-consultant experience in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.

High surgical case volume in horizontal and vertical muscle surgery.

Experience in private practice settings is an advantage. Licensing

Eligible for DHA, DOH, or MOHAP Consultant License (depending on emirate).

Completion of DataFlow PSV and applicable authority exam/exemption. 3. Key Responsibilities Clinical & Surgical Care

Diagnose and manage the full spectrum of pediatric ophthalmic conditions, including:

Esotropia, exotropia, vertical deviations

Amblyopia management

Congenital and developmental eye disorders

Pediatric cataract evaluation (if trained)

Ocular motility disorders

Perform high-precision strabismus surgeries (horizontal/vertical muscle, reoperations, adjustable sutures if trained).

Conduct pediatric clinics, orthoptic assessments, and comprehensive pre/post-operative care. Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with orthoptists, optometrists, anesthesiologists, and pediatric teams.

Participate in case discussions and care-pathway improvements. Private Sector Standards

Maintain excellent patient communication and family counseling.

Deliver efficient, high-patient-volume outpatient services.

Maintain accurate EMR documentation (e.g., Medcare, EPIC, Cerner depending on facility).

Uphold international safety, infection control, and clinical governance standards. 4. Core Competencies

Expertise in pediatric strabismus diagnostics and surgical correction

High precision in ocular muscle surgery

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced private ophthalmology settings

Commitment to exceptional patient experience 5. Workload & On-Call

Pediatric and strabismus outpatient clinics

Scheduled operating lists

Light on-call duties (varies by private facility) How to Apply Qualified candidates may submit their updated CV to: [] Put Job Ref: PED-STRAB-CONS-UAE-2025 in email subject section.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.