Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

SearchPlus HR is HiringConsultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine – UAE

Location: UAE – Dubai / Abu Dhabi / Al Ain
Position: Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
Employment Type: Full-Time
Qualification: Tier 1 / Western Qualified Preferred
Language: Arabic Speaker Preferred

SearchPlus HR is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist to join one of the leading healthcare organisations in the UAE.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive rehabilitation assessment and management for children and adolescents with developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, and functional conditions, working closely with a multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation team.

• Provide specialist consultation, assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation management for pediatric patients.
• Develop comprehensive, individualized rehabilitation plans based on each childs clinical and functional needs.
• Manage children with developmental disabilities, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders, acquired brain injury, spinal cord conditions, and other complex rehabilitation needs.
• Assess functional limitations, mobility, motor development, communication, and activities of daily living.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care involving physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, pediatricians, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, and other specialists.
• Manage spasticity and other neuromuscular complications where appropriate.
• Support early intervention and developmental rehabilitation programs.
• Monitor patient progress and modify rehabilitation plans according to clinical outcomes.
• Provide counseling and education to parents and caregivers regarding treatment plans and long-term rehabilitation goals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching, and professional development activities.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with applicable UAE healthcare standards.

Medical degree with a recognised specialist qualification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation / Rehabilitation Medicine.

Fellowship or additional subspecialty training in Pediatric Rehabilitation is highly preferred.

Proven Consultant-level experience in pediatric rehabilitation medicine.

Strong clinical experience managing children with complex developmental, neurological, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation needs.

Tier 1 / Western qualification strongly preferred, including:

• UK CCT / CCST
• American Board
• Canadian Board / RCPSC
• Irish specialist qualification
• Australian / New Zealand specialist qualification
• Other recognised international qualifications may be considered.

Eligible for Consultant-level UAE licensing, subject to assessment by the relevant health authority.

Arabic-speaking candidates are preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Previous experience in a leading international or Western healthcare institution is advantageous.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Consultant-level position with a leading healthcare organisation.

Modern rehabilitation facilities and multidisciplinary clinical environment.

Opportunity to work with experienced pediatric and rehabilitation specialists.

Excellent professional development and career-growth opportunities.

Relocation support, subject to employer policy.

Guidance throughout the UAE credentialing and licensing process.