Specialist / Consultant Spine Surgeon (American Board)-Multispecialty Healthcare

About this role

Job Summary

We are seeking highly qualified and experienced Specialist / Consultant Spine Surgeons holding American Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery or Neurosurgery to join leading healthcare facilities across the UAE. The successful candidates will be responsible for diagnosing and managing complex spinal conditions, performing advanced spinal surgical procedures, and providing comprehensive care for patients with degenerative, traumatic and congenital spinal disorders.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose and manage a wide range of spinal disorders, including degenerative spine diseases, spinal deformities, disc herniation and spinal stenosis.
• Perform advanced spinal surgical procedures, including spinal decompression, spinal fusion, instrumentation and minimally invasive spine surgery.
• Manage spinal trauma, vertebral fractures, spinal cord compression and other complex spinal conditions.
• Provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for patients with chronic back pain, neck pain and neurological symptoms associated with spinal disorders.
• Develop individualised treatment plans incorporating surgical and non-surgical management approaches.
• Perform pre-operative evaluations and post-operative monitoring to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, pain management specialists and rehabilitation teams.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions, clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate medical documentation and ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations and international patient safety standards.

Requirements

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• MD or equivalent recognised medical degree.
• American Board Certification in Orthopedic Surgery or Neurological Surgery.
• Fellowship training in Spine Surgery from a recognised institution is preferred.
• Relevant post-specialisation clinical and surgical experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in complex spinal procedures and advanced surgical techniques.
• Experience in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal reconstruction and spinal instrumentation is desirable.
• Eligibility for DHA, DOH Abu Dhabi or MOHAP licensing as a Specialist or Consultant, subject to authority assessment.
• Excellent surgical judgement, clinical decision-making and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Accommodation or housing allowance.
• Annual air tickets.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.

International candidates are welcome to apply.