Orthopedic Surgery (Hip and Knee) Consultant

Orthopedic Surgery (Hip and Knee) Consultant

  • SEHA Health System
  • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Join SEHA Health System in Abu Dhabi as a Consultant in Orthopedic (Hip and Knee)  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.

If you are a Orthopedic Consultant (Hip and Knee) and want to advance your career in a world-class setting, apply today!

Summary

The Orthopedic Consultant provides specialist diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management of hip and knee conditions.

Education/Qualification:

  1. Basic medical degree from recognized institution
  2. Post-qualification certification
    • Qualification Source from: North America, Austria, Blegium, France, Germany, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden Switzerland 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

Experience:

  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience post-board/equivalent certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland (CCST), United Kingdom (CCT) 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,  Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, or the UK.

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