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