Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Strabismus Care
Posted date [2026-05-23]
(ID: 45580)
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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 Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Strabismus CareJob Snapshot
Role: Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Strabismus Care
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Medical Practitioner
Experience: 5+ years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist - Strabismus Care in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Hospital and Health Care opportunity for an experienced eye care physician focused on pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, congenital eye disorders, pediatric cataracts, congenital glaucoma, amblyopia, and complex pediatric anterior segment conditions. This role is suitable for a fellowship-trained ophthalmologist who can deliver advanced clinical and surgical care for children while contributing to multidisciplinary patient management, teaching, research, and academic development.
The position requires strong diagnostic ability, surgical expertise, and compassionate communication with children and families. The selected consultant will manage pediatric eye disorders, perform specialist procedures, support retinopathy of prematurity screening and treatment, and collaborate with other ophthalmology subspecialists and medical teams to improve long-term visual outcomes.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Medical Practitioner
Salary: 60000-90000
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
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for pediatric patients with eye conditions, visual disorders, and developmental ophthalmic concerns
* Manage amblyopia, strabismus, congenital eye disorders, developmental eye conditions, pediatric cataracts, congenital glaucoma, and complex anterior segment disorders
* Perform pediatric ophthalmology procedures, including strabismus surgery, pediatric cataract surgery, congenital glaucoma procedures, and anterior segment surgeries
* Conduct detailed pediatric eye examinations and develop individualized treatment plans for infants, children, and adolescents
* Provide retinopathy of prematurity screening, follow-up, and treatment support in line with clinical standards
* Collaborate with ophthalmology subspecialists, neonatologists, pediatricians, anesthesiologists, nurses, orthoptists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
* Support patients and families with clear counseling on diagnosis, treatment options, surgical planning, expected outcomes, and long-term follow-up
* Manage complex pediatric ophthalmology referrals requiring specialist assessment and coordinated care
* Contribute to teaching, academic initiatives, case discussions, clinical audits, and continuous professional development activities
* Participate in research, quality improvement, and service development within pediatric ophthalmology and specialist eye care
* Maintain accurate medical records in line with DHA requirements, hospital policies, and clinical governance standards
Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate is a Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, strong post-fellowship experience, and a proven ability to manage complex pediatric eye diseases. The role requires excellent surgical judgment, child-friendly communication, and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
* Medical degree such as MBBS, MD, or equivalent from a recognized institution
* Board Certification or equivalent specialist qualification in Ophthalmology
* Fellowship training in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
* Valid DHA Consultant License or eligibility for Consultant Ophthalmology
* Minimum 5 years of post-fellowship clinical experience
* Strong expertise in pediatric eye disease, strabismus, amblyopia, pediatric cataracts, congenital glaucoma, and anterior segment disorders
* Experience in ROP screening and treatment is strongly preferred
* Ability to collaborate with subspecialists in a multidisciplinary eye care environment
* Teaching, research, academic, or clinical audit experience will be an advantage
* Strong communication, counseling, documentation, and patient care skills
* Ability to work effectively in a multicultural healthcare setting
Skills Set
* Pediatric ophthalmology
* Strabismus management
* Strabismus surgery
* Pediatric cataract surgery
* Congenital glaucoma care
* Amblyopia management
* Retinopathy of prematurity screening
* ROP treatment support
* Pediatric anterior segment surgery
* Congenital eye disorder management
* Developmental eye disorder care
* Pediatric vision assessment
* Family counseling
* Multidisciplinary ophthalmology care
* DHA Consultant licensure eligibility
* Teaching and academic development
* Research and clinical audits
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers a strong platform for a Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist to work in Dubai’s advanced Hospital and Health Care sector, where demand for specialist pediatric eye care, strabismus treatment, and children’s ophthalmic surgery continues to grow. The role provides access to a leading eye care environment, collaborative subspecialty teams, and opportunities to contribute to clinical excellence, teaching, and service development.
* Competitive tax-free salary package
* Opportunity to work with a leading specialist eye care team
* Exposure to complex pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus cases
* Supportive multidisciplinary environment with pediatric and ophthalmology subspecialists
* Scope to contribute to teaching, research, and academic initiatives
* Professional development within a high-quality healthcare setting
* Long-term consultant-level career growth in Dubai’s specialist eye care market
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports healthcare recruitment across Dubai and the wider UAE by connecting experienced doctors and medical consultants with reputable hospitals, clinics, and specialist care providers. The company works with accomplished physicians seeking suitable opportunities in leading healthcare institutions, focusing on clinical expertise, licensing alignment, and long-term professional value.
