Consultant - Neuro-Ophthalmology
Posted date [2026-06-02]
(ID: 45897)
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Allocation Assist Middle East was founded by Emilie Davies in 2015, after she recognised a gap in the market for assisting highly skilled Western-trained doctors to find rewarding and fulfilling opportunities in top-tier hospitals in the UAE and other Gulf countries. We are now the fastest growing medical consulting company in the Middle East, having helped hundreds of senior consultant doctors from various specialties and backgrounds advance their careers and lifestyle while contributing to the dynamic and growing healthcare sector in this progressive and dynamic region of the world.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Consultant - Neuro-OphthalmologyJob Snapshot
Role: Consultant - Neuro-Ophthalmology
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Experience: Minimum 5 years consultant experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Consultant - Neuro-Ophthalmology in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Hospital and Health Care opportunity for a Tier 1 qualified physician experienced in diagnosing and managing complex visual disorders linked to neurological disease. This role is ideal for a consultant with fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology, strong neuro-imaging interpretation skills, and the ability to work closely with neurology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, and pediatric care teams.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Physician
Salary: 75000-100000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Consultant - Neuro-Ophthalmology will provide advanced clinical care for patients with optic nerve disorders, neuro-visual pathway conditions, ocular motility concerns, and visual symptoms associated with neurological disease. The role requires precise diagnostic assessment, interpretation of neuro-imaging, coordination with specialist teams, and careful communication with patients facing complex visual and neurological conditions. Dual training in pediatric ophthalmology is highly valuable, especially for patients requiring child-focused assessment and long-term neuro-visual care.
Key Responsibilities
* Diagnose and manage optic nerve disorders, neuro-visual pathway abnormalities, and complex visual symptoms related to neurological conditions.
* Evaluate and treat patients with optic neuritis, papilledema, diplopia, visual field defects, unexplained vision loss, ocular motility disorders, and related neuro-ophthalmic presentations.
* Conduct detailed clinical assessments, including visual acuity review, pupil assessment, ocular alignment evaluation, visual field interpretation, fundus examination, and neuro-ophthalmic workup.
* Interpret neuro-imaging relevant to ophthalmology, including MRI, CT, and other diagnostic studies used in neuro-visual pathway assessment.
* Work closely with neurology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, pediatric ophthalmology, radiology, emergency medicine, and allied healthcare teams for coordinated patient care.
* Develop individualized treatment and follow-up plans for adult and pediatric patients with neuro-ophthalmic conditions.
* Identify urgent or sight-threatening presentations and coordinate timely escalation, intervention, or referral where required.
* Provide expert consultation for complex inpatient and outpatient cases involving visual symptoms, neurological disease, or post-surgical neuro-visual concerns.
* Communicate diagnoses, imaging findings, treatment options, prognosis, and monitoring plans clearly to patients and families.
* Maintain accurate consultation notes, diagnostic reports, referral letters, treatment plans, and follow-up documentation in line with DHA and hospital standards.
* Support multidisciplinary case discussions and contribute to clinical decision-making for complex neurological and ophthalmic presentations.
* Participate in clinical audits, teaching, continuing medical education, and quality improvement activities related to neuro-ophthalmology care.
Ideal Profile
* Medical degree such as MD, MBBS, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
* Tier 1 qualification such as American Board, UK CCT, Canadian Fellowship, Australian Fellowship, New Zealand Fellowship, or equivalent recognized specialist certification.
* Fellowship training in Neuro-Ophthalmology is required.
* Dual training or strong experience in pediatric ophthalmology is highly desirable.
* Eligibility for Dubai Health Authority Consultant licensure.
* Minimum 5 years of consultant-level experience in neuro-ophthalmology or a closely related specialist setting.
* Strong expertise in optic nerve disease, neuro-visual pathway disorders, diplopia, papilledema, optic neuritis, ocular motility conditions, and visual field abnormalities.
* Ability to interpret neuro-imaging and collaborate effectively with neurology, neurosurgery, radiology, and ophthalmology teams.
* Confident clinical judgment with the ability to manage complex diagnostic cases and urgent neuro-ophthalmic presentations.
* Strong patient communication skills with a calm, precise, and compassionate approach.
* Commitment to patient safety, evidence-based medicine, multidisciplinary care, and continuous professional development.
Skills Set
* Neuro-ophthalmology
* Optic nerve disorders
* Neuro-visual pathway assessment
* Optic neuritis management
* Papilledema evaluation
* Diplopia management
* Visual field interpretation
* Ocular motility assessment
* Neuro-imaging interpretation
* MRI review
* CT review
* Pediatric ophthalmology support
* Complex vision disorder diagnosis
* Neurology collaboration
* Neurosurgery collaboration
* Ophthalmology consultation
* Inpatient consultation
* Outpatient consultation
* Patient counselling
* Clinical documentation
* Multidisciplinary case review
* DHA licensure
* Consultant-level practice
* Evidence-based care
* Patient safety
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers a Consultant - Neuro-Ophthalmology the chance to join Dubai’s advanced specialist healthcare sector, where demand for precise diagnosis and integrated care for complex visual-neurological disorders continues to grow. The role provides exposure to challenging adult and pediatric cases, close collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams, and the opportunity to strengthen specialist neuro-ophthalmology services within a high-quality clinical environment. It is a strong fit for a consultant who values diagnostic depth, multidisciplinary practice, patient trust, and long-term professional growth.
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports hospitals, clinics, and advanced healthcare providers across the UAE and wider Middle East by connecting experienced physicians with consultant and specialist medical opportunities. The company helps place qualified doctors in roles where their expertise can improve patient outcomes, strengthen specialist departments, and support high-quality healthcare delivery.
