Consultant - Pediatric Rehabilitation
Posted date [2026-05-26]
(ID: 45737)
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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 RehabilitationJob Snapshot
Role: Consultant - Pediatric Rehabilitation
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Medical Practitioner
Experience: 5-7 years post-board experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Consultant - Pediatric Rehabilitation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a specialized Hospital and Health Care opportunity for an experienced PM&R physician focused on improving mobility, independence, and quality of life for infants, children, and adolescents with physical disabilities, developmental delays, neuromuscular disorders, and complex rehabilitation needs. This role is suited for a consultant who can lead multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation programs, develop individualized treatment plans, and support long-term functional outcomes through evidence-based clinical care.
The position requires strong expertise in pediatric neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, spasticity management, assistive devices, family counselling, and coordinated care planning with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, nurses, and other specialists.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Medical Practitioner
Salary: 60000-85000
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 - Pediatric Rehabilitation provides specialist medical care for children with congenital, neurological, developmental, musculoskeletal, and acquired disabilities. The role focuses on functional assessment, rehabilitation planning, mobility improvement, spasticity control, caregiver education, and long-term support for children requiring structured rehabilitation services.
This position has a direct impact on child development, physical independence, family confidence, and participation in daily activities. The consultant will guide multidisciplinary rehabilitation pathways for conditions such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, autism-related motor difficulties, developmental delays, and complex mobility limitations.
Key Responsibilities
* Evaluate, diagnose, and manage pediatric patients with congenital, developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal, and acquired disabilities.
* Develop individualized rehabilitation treatment plans based on each child’s functional goals, medical condition, developmental stage, mobility needs, and family priorities.
* Lead multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs involving physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, nurses, orthotists, and pediatric subspecialists.
* Manage pediatric rehabilitation conditions including cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, autism-related motor disorders, developmental delays, and neuromuscular conditions.
* Perform and supervise rehabilitation procedures, including spasticity management, botulinum toxin injections, orthotic recommendations, mobility assessments, and functional evaluations.
* Monitor patient progress through clinical review, functional outcome tracking, caregiver feedback, and treatment plan adjustment.
* Recommend assistive devices, mobility aids, adaptive equipment, orthoses, and rehabilitation technologies where appropriate.
* Provide family counselling, caregiver education, home program guidance, long-term care planning, and support for school or community participation.
* Work with pediatricians, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, therapists, psychologists, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure integrated care.
* Maintain accurate consultation notes, rehabilitation plans, procedure documentation, progress reports, and follow-up records in line with DHA requirements.
* Participate in departmental quality initiatives, clinical audits, case discussions, teaching sessions, and continuing medical education activities.
* Follow clinical governance standards, patient safety requirements, confidentiality rules, infection control protocols, and evidence-based pediatric rehabilitation practice.
Ideal Profile
* Medical degree such as MBBS, MD, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
* Board certification, recognized residency completion, or fellowship in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with subspecialty expertise in Pediatric Rehabilitation.
* Active DHA Consultant License or eligibility for Dubai Health Authority Consultant PM&R registration.
* Minimum 5-7 years of post-board experience in pediatric rehabilitation and PM&R practice.
* Strong expertise in pediatric neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, functional assessment, developmental disability care, and multidisciplinary rehabilitation management.
* Experience in pediatric spasticity management, botulinum toxin treatment, orthotic planning, ultrasound-guided procedures, and assistive technology is preferred.
* Exposure to internationally accredited healthcare facilities, advanced rehabilitation technologies, or complex pediatric rehabilitation programs is an advantage.
* Excellent leadership, communication, patient counselling, family education, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
* Fluency in English is required, while Arabic language ability is an advantage.
Skills Set
* Pediatric rehabilitation
* Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
* Pediatric neurorehabilitation
* Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
* Developmental delay management
* Cerebral palsy care
* Spina bifida rehabilitation
* Muscular dystrophy support
* Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
* Spinal cord injury rehabilitation
* Spasticity management
* Botulinum toxin injections
* Orthotic recommendations
* Mobility assessment
* Assistive device planning
* Functional independence planning
* Family counselling
* Multidisciplinary rehabilitation care
* DHA license eligibility
* Clinical documentation
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers a strong platform for a Consultant Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician to contribute to advanced Hospital and Health Care services in Dubai, where demand for pediatric rehabilitation, developmental support, neurorehabilitation, assistive technology, and family-centered care continues to grow. The role provides meaningful clinical impact by helping children improve movement, function, confidence, and participation in daily life.
The successful candidate can expect a competitive tax-free salary package, health insurance, annual leave, air ticket allowance, CME support, professional development opportunities, a supportive multidisciplinary work environment, and scope for career growth within specialized pediatric rehabilitation care.
About the Company
Allocation Assist Middle East supports specialist healthcare recruitment across the Gulf by connecting experienced medical professionals with hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and advanced healthcare providers. The company focuses on consultant-level placements where pediatric expertise, clinical leadership, family communication, and high-quality patient care are essential to successful healthcare delivery.
