Consultant Ophthalmologist
Description
A leading multispecialty hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is enhancing its ophthalmology and vision care services and is seeking a skilled consultant/specialist ophthalmologist to join its dedicated eye care team. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive eye care services, including diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of ocular conditions, within a modern clinical environment equipped with advanced ophthalmic diagnostic, and surgical technologies.
This opportunity is ideal for ophthalmologists looking to practice within a high-standard vision care center, offering services such as cataract surgery, glaucoma management, retinal care, and refractive procedures, while working alongside optometrists, ophthalmic technicians, and multidisciplinary medical teams.
Role overview
- Position: Consultant / Specialist Ophthalmologist
- Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Healthcare setting: Multispecialty hospital with advanced ophthalmology and eye care services
- Experience required: Minimum 3+ years post speciality
- Practice model: Outpatient clinics, diagnostic services, and ophthalmic surgical procedures
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive ophthalmic care, ensuring accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, and surgical management of a wide range of eye conditions.
Requirements
Key responsibilities – ophthalmology
- Diagnose and manage eye conditions, including refractive errors, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, and ocular infections
- Perform ophthalmic surgical procedures, including cataract surgery and other microsurgical interventions
- Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity testing, slit-lamp examination, and fundoscopy evaluation
- Interpret and utilise advanced diagnostic tools, such as optical coherence tomography (OCT), visual field testing, and retinal imaging
- Manage chronic ophthalmic conditions, including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy
- Provide pre-operative assessment and post-operative care for surgical patients
- Collaborate with optometrists, endocrinologists, neurologists, and other specialists for multidisciplinary care
- Provide patient education on eye health, vision care, and preventive strategies
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and electronic medical records in compliance with regulatory standards
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and ophthalmology programs
- Ensure adherence to international ophthalmology guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations
Qualifications & board recognition
Applications are welcome from physicians holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:
- American Board of Ophthalmology
- UK CCT / FRCOphth / MRCOphth
- Royal College Certification (Canada)
- Australian Fellowship
- Arab Board in Ophthalmology
- MS / MD / DNB / FCPS Ophthalmology or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.
Benefits
Compensation & benefits
- Competitive tax-free physician salary
- Performance-based incentives
- Housing allowance or accommodation support
- Comprehensive family medical insurance
- Annual return flight tickets
- Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) support
Licensing & relocation support
Full assistance will be provided for:
- DOH / DHA license conversion guidance
- Credential verification and documentation support
- Relocation assistance to Dubai / UAE
- Hospital onboarding and professional integration support
Salary range: AED 60,000 to AED 65,000