Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine Physician

About the role

A leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE is hiring a Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine physician on a full-time basis. The role suits internationally trained consultants who want career growth, a competitive salary and a rewarding professional environment. The position requires expertise in physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation and functional recovery management.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients with physical disabilities, functional impairments and rehabilitation needs
• Develop individualized rehabilitation programmes for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury and neurological disorders
• Manage musculoskeletal conditions, chronic pain, mobility limitations and post-surgical rehabilitation
• Care for patients with orthopedic injuries, amputations and complex physical disabilities
• Perform functional assessments, set rehabilitation goals and prescribe assistive devices, orthotics, prosthetics and mobility aids
• Carry out electrodiagnostic evaluations and musculoskeletal injections where appropriately trained and credentialed
• Monitor progress, adjust treatment plans and collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons and rehabilitation nurses
• Educate patients and families on rehabilitation goals, home exercise programmes and disability management
• Ensure compliance with DOH regulations, rehabilitation protocols, clinical documentation and patient safety standards

Required profile

• MBBS/MD or equivalent recognized medical degree
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) / Rehabilitation Medicine
• Board certification or equivalent consultant-level qualification; American Board, UK CCT, Canadian, Australian, European or other internationally recognized qualifications are highly desirable
• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant post-specialization experience preferred
• Eligible for the DOH Consultant Rehabilitation Medicine classification/license in Abu Dhabi, subject to UAE PQR requirements

Required skills

• Neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Functional assessment and multidisciplinary rehabilitation management
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication and multidisciplinary leadership

What we offer

• Competitive salary package and employment benefits
• Modern rehabilitation facilities and advanced therapeutic technologies
• Medical insurance and annual leave, subject to employment terms
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Licensing assistance for eligible candidates