Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon - UAE

About the role

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its orthopedic outpatient, trauma and elective surgical services and is looking for a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon to join its clinical team. The role suits internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure and a modern, quality-driven environment serving a diverse international patient population. It is based in Sharjah.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal injuries, degenerative disease, fractures and orthopedic conditions.
• Perform orthopedic procedures within subspecialty scope such as arthroscopy, arthroplasty, trauma fixation or hand/foot procedures.
• Evaluate surgical candidates, obtain informed consent and guide perioperative care.
• Collaborate with radiology, anaesthesia, physiotherapy, sports medicine and rehabilitation teams.
• Provide outpatient follow-up, functional recovery plans and complication management.
• Take part in surgical audit, theatre safety, infection prevention and clinical governance.

Required profile

• Internationally trained Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon with recognised qualifications such as ABOS, UK CCT / FRCS, European Board, Royal College (Canada), Australian FRACS, Arab Board, or MS / DNB / FCPS equivalents.
• Candidates from the USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, the Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to UAE licensing and facility credentialing.
• Strong clinical judgement, evidence-based practice and patient safety; excellent communication with diverse patients and teams.
• Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance.

What we offer

• Competitive tax-free salary, performance-based incentives and housing allowance or premium accommodation support.
• Medical insurance, annual return flights and professional indemnity coverage.
• Continuing medical education support, visa and onboarding assistance, and structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion help.
• Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable.

Applications are made through PulseHire HR Middle East with an updated CV and details of current licensing status; shortlisted candidates are contacted for a confidential discussion.