Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

Role Overview

Astra ProMed is seeking an experienced Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon to join a leading healthcare facility in Abu Dhabi on a full-time basis. The ideal candidate will have advanced expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and high-quality surgical outcomes.

Role Purpose

Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, and surgical management of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions across the full spectrum of elective and emergency procedures, while maintaining clinical excellence and contributing to a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Consultation & Diagnosis

• Provide comprehensive consultation, diagnosis, and surgical management of musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions.
• Diagnose and manage fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, tendon disorders, joint diseases, and degenerative musculoskeletal conditions.
• Evaluate and manage patients with osteoarthritis, sports injuries, traumatic orthopedic conditions, and chronic joint disorders.
• Interpret relevant investigations, including X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and musculoskeletal ultrasound.

Surgical Procedures

• Perform elective and emergency orthopedic surgical procedures within the scope of clinical expertise.
• Perform appropriate orthopedic procedures, including fracture fixation, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and joint replacement surgery, where appropriately trained.
• Provide surgical and non-surgical management of upper and lower limb conditions.
• Perform or supervise minimally invasive orthopedic procedures and advanced surgical interventions within the authorized scope of practice.
• Assess and manage complex orthopedic trauma and post-traumatic musculoskeletal conditions.

Perioperative Management

• Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment, surgical planning, informed consent, and post-operative follow-up.
• Evaluate and manage post-operative complications, including infection, implant-related problems, and delayed healing.

Collaborative Care

• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans in collaboration with physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists.
• Collaborate with rheumatologists, neurologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, pain specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide patient education regarding treatment options, surgical risks, recovery, rehabilitation, and preventive care.

Supervision & Professional Development

• Supervise and mentor junior orthopedic surgeons, residents, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, teaching, research, and CME activities.

Governance & Compliance

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, and patient-safety standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Orthopedic Surgery or Orthopedics & Traumatology.
• Board certification or equivalent recognized consultant qualification.
• Minimum 5–10 years of post-specialization experience in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Fellowship or advanced subspecialty training in Orthopedic Surgery is highly desirable.
• Strong clinical and surgical experience in managing complex musculoskeletal and orthopedic conditions.
• Demonstrated competence in orthopedic trauma surgery, arthroscopy, joint reconstruction, and other relevant surgical procedures.
• Eligible for DOH Consultant classification/license in Abu Dhabi, subject to applicable qualification and experience requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent surgical skills.
• Advanced clinical expertise in orthopedic conditions and procedures.
• Minimally invasive orthopedic techniques and advanced surgical technologies.
• Leadership and mentorship abilities.
• Strong communication and patient-management skills.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Location: Abu Dhabi.
• Competitive salary and attractive benefits package.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual paid leave and other benefits as per UAE Labour Law and facility policy.
• Professional development and CME opportunities.
• Modern, well-equipped orthopedic surgical facilities and advanced operating theatre infrastructure.
• Licensing assistance available for eligible candidates.