The posting
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Oral and Dental Surgeon to join a prestigious government healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing and surgically managing a wide range of oral and maxillofacial conditions, providing comprehensive surgical care, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and manage oral and maxillofacial conditions requiring surgical intervention.
- Perform minor and major oral surgical procedures, including complex tooth extractions and impacted wisdom tooth removal.
- Manage oral infections, cysts, tumours, and other pathological conditions.
- Perform surgical management of facial trauma and dentoalveolar injuries, as applicable.
- Provide pre-operative assessments and post-operative care.
- Manage patients requiring oral biopsies and other diagnostic surgical procedures.
- Collaborate with dental specialists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensure appropriate infection control, patient safety, and surgical standards.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and participate in clinical audits and continuous professional development.
Requirements
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Oral Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, or an equivalent recognised specialty qualification.
- Relevant specialist or consultant-level clinical experience.
- Strong expertise in oral surgical procedures and management of complex dental conditions.
- Experience in a reputable hospital or tertiary healthcare facility.
- Excellent surgical, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and multidisciplinary coordination abilities.
- Eligibility for the relevant UAE healthcare authority's specialist/consultant classification, subject to authority assessment.
Preferred Qualifications: UK CCT, Western Qualified, American Board, Australian Board, and German Board qualifications are highly preferred.
Benefits
- Attractive tax-free salary package.
- Family accommodation or housing allowance.
- Annual air tickets.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Paid annual leave and other employment benefits.
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious government healthcare facility.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.



