Consultant Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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:
[dr.sylviarefaat@sylvcare.com]

Put Job Ref: PED-ORTHO-CONS-UAE-2025 in email subject section.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.