Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Consultant

About the role

We are looking for a highly qualified Consultant in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) to join a leading healthcare facility in Sharjah. The role involves diagnosing and managing musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional disorders while creating comprehensive rehabilitation plans to enhance patient mobility and quality of life.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnose musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional disorders.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation programs based on clinical conditions and functional goals.
• Manage patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic surgery, amputations, and sports injuries.
• Perform interventional procedures such as joint injections, trigger point injections, nerve blocks, and ultrasound‑guided techniques where qualified.
• Conduct and interpret EMG/NCS studies when appropriately trained.
• Prescribe and coordinate physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and other rehabilitation services.
• Assess and prescribe orthotics, prosthetics, mobility aids, and assistive devices.
• Monitor progress, modify programs, and provide pain‑management and functional restoration.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in on‑call duties.

Required profile

• MBBS or equivalent medical degree.
• Postgraduate qualification (MD/DNB/Arab Board/American Board) in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Minimum 5 years post‑specialisation experience, including consultant‑level roles.
• Strong clinical experience in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
• Experience in pain management, EMG/NCS, and interventional procedures is preferred.

Required skills

• Joint injections
• Trigger point injections
• Nerve blocks
• Ultrasound‑guided procedures
• EMG/NCS studies
• Pain management