We are seeking a highly experienced Consultant Sports Medicine Physician to join a leading healthcare institution in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive sports medicine services, including the management of acute and chronic sports injuries, rehabilitation, injury prevention, and return-to-sport planning within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic sports injuries
Assess and manage muscle, tendon, ligament, joint, and overuse injuries
Develop personalised treatment and rehabilitation plans
Provide guidance on injury prevention and safe return to sports and physical activity
Perform appropriate sports medicine procedures within the candidate’s area of expertise
Monitor patients’ clinical progress and adjust treatment and rehabilitation plans accordingly
Coordinate care with physiotherapists, orthopedic surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, and other multidisciplinary teams
Provide appropriate follow-up and long-term management
Educate patients and athletes on injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance-related health
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement, and departmental development initiatives
Support teaching and training activities where required
Qualifications
Board certification or recognised specialist qualification in Sports Medicine
Recognised Tier 1 specialist qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, European Board, or an equivalent recognised qualification
Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience in Sports Medicine
Significant clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of sports-related and musculoskeletal conditions
Strong experience in sports injury management and rehabilitation
Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP
Required Skills
Strong expertise in Sports Medicine
Comprehensive experience in the management of sports-related injuries
Expertise in musculoskeletal assessment and injury management
Experience with rehabilitation and return-to-sport planning
Strong knowledge of injury prevention and exercise-related conditions
Experience performing relevant sports medicine procedures
Strong clinical judgement and decision-making abilities
Excellent patient counselling and communication skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
Commitment to patient safety and high-quality sports medicine care
Compensation
An attractive tax-free package will be offered based on the candidate’s qualifications, clinical expertise, and professional experience.