Pediatric Sports Medicine Consultant

Join SEHA Health System in Abu Dhabi as a Consultant in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Why Join this leading Healthcare Institution?

Specialized Practice – Treat complex pediatric cases

Innovative Environment – Work with advanced treatment technologies.

Attractive Package – Tax-free salary, relocation support, and full healthcare coverage.

Summary

The Pediatric Orthopedic Consultant provides specialist diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management of musculoskeletal conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents. The role involves the evaluation and treatment of congenital, developmental, traumatic, infectious, neuromuscular, and acquired orthopedic disorders while considering the unique needs of the growing skeleton.

Education/Qualification:

1. Basic medical degree from recognized institution
2. Post-qualification certification
   • Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.
     • USA: The American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
     • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (FRCPC -in Orthopedic Surgery)
     • UK and Ireland: CCT/CCST Specialist Register – (Orthopedic Surgery)
     • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS) in Orthopedic Surgery
     • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience post-board/equivalent certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland (CCST), United Kingdom (CCT) Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden OR Switzerland,
• Sub-Specialties : Minimum of two (2) years of experience post-sub-specialty certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, or the UK.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience after obtaining the main specialty qualification in United Kingdom (CESR) Portugal, Spain, or Italy.
• Sub-Specialties : Minimum of four (4) years of experience after obtaining the sub-specialty qualification in Portugal, Spain, or Italy.

License:

• Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions in patients of all ages and activity levels.
• Perform comprehensive clinical examinations and interpret diagnostic investigations, including X-rays, MRI, CT scans, ultrasound, and other relevant imaging studies.
• Diagnose and manage common sports injuries affecting the muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and soft tissues.
• Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans, including medication, physiotherapy, exercise programs, injections, and referrals for surgical intervention when required.
• Manage acute injuries such as fractures, dislocations, ligament injuries, muscle strains, tendon injuries, and joint-related conditions.
• Provide injury prevention advice and develop strategies to help athletes and physically active patients reduce the risk of future injuries.
• Assess patients’ fitness and readiness to return to sport or physical activity following injury, illness, or surgery.
• Perform or oversee sports medicine procedures, including joint and soft tissue injections and ultrasound-guided procedures, within the scope of practice and hospital privileges.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, radiologists, nutritionists, and other multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Provide medical support and consultation for professional and recreational athletes, sports teams, and physically active individuals when required.
• Develop exercise, conditioning, and rehabilitation recommendations to support recovery and improve physical performance.
• Provide pre-participation medical assessments and evaluate athletes with medical conditions that may affect their ability to participate safely in sports.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation, medical reports, treatment plans, and patient records.
• Participate in quality improvement programs, clinical audits, research, and the development of sports medicine protocols and services.
• Supervise and train residents, fellows, and junior medical staff.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and infection prevention protocols