Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Strabismus) – UAE Private

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1. Position Summary
The Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Strabismus) provides specialized clinical and surgical management for children with strabismus and pediatric eye conditions. The role requires a

1. Position Summary
The Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist (Strabismus) provides specialized clinical and surgical management for children with strabismus and pediatric eye conditions. The role requires a Western-trained, Tier-1 consultant able to deliver high-volume outpatient care and perform advanced strabismus surgery within a private sector environment focused on efficiency, quality, and patient experience.
2. Minimum Qualifications & Licensing Requirements
Tier-1 Accepted Qualifications
One of the following (or equivalent):

• UK CCT / CESR (Ophthalmology – Pediatric & Strabismus focus)
• American Board Certification (Ophthalmology + Pediatric Ophthalmology/Strabismus fellowship)
• Canadian RCPSC Fellowship
• Irish CSCST
• Australian FRANZCO (with pediatric ophthalmology training)
• German Facharzt (Augenheilkunde – Pediatric/Strabismus)

Experience Requirements

• 3–5 years post-consultant experience in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus.
• High surgical case volume in horizontal and vertical muscle surgery.
• Experience in private practice settings is an advantage.

Licensing

• Eligible for DHA, DOH, or MOHAP Consultant License (depending on emirate).
• Completion of DataFlow PSV and applicable authority exam/exemption.

3. Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Surgical Care

• Diagnose and manage the full spectrum of pediatric ophthalmic conditions, including:
• Esotropia, exotropia, vertical deviations
• Amblyopia management
• Congenital and developmental eye disorders
• Pediatric cataract evaluation (if trained)
• Ocular motility disorders
• Perform high-precision strabismus surgeries (horizontal/vertical muscle, reoperations, adjustable sutures if trained).
• Conduct pediatric clinics, orthoptic assessments, and comprehensive pre/post-operative care.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with orthoptists, optometrists, anesthesiologists, and pediatric teams.
• Participate in case discussions and care-pathway improvements.

Private Sector Standards

• Maintain excellent patient communication and family counseling.
• Deliver efficient, high-patient-volume outpatient services.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation (e.g., Medcare, EPIC, Cerner depending on facility).
• Uphold international safety, infection control, and clinical governance standards.

4. Core Competencies

• Expertise in pediatric strabismus diagnostics and surgical correction
• High precision in ocular muscle surgery
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced private ophthalmology settings
• Commitment to exceptional patient experience

5. Workload & On-Call

• Pediatric and strabismus outpatient clinics
• Scheduled operating lists
• Light on-call duties (varies by private facility)

How To Apply
Qualified candidates may submit their updated CV to:
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Put Job Ref: PED-STRAB-CONS-UAE-2025 in email subject section.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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2026-03-25 08:35:40