Job Description

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 3-5 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: [] Put Job Ref: PED-ORTHO-CONS-UAE-2025 in email subject section.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.