The posting
Job Summary
A leading private hospital in the UAE is looking for an experienced Consultant Podiatrist to provide comprehensive assessment and management of foot and lower-limb conditions. The role involves treating a broad range of musculoskeletal, biomechanical, diabetic, and sports-related foot conditions while working closely with multidisciplinary teams.
The ideal candidate will have strong clinical experience in podiatric medicine and surgery, excellent patient-management skills, and a recognized Western postgraduate qualification.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of foot, ankle, and lower-limb conditions.
- Provide comprehensive podiatric care for patients with musculoskeletal, biomechanical, and dermatological foot conditions.
- Manage diabetic foot conditions, wounds, ulcers, and other high-risk foot problems.
- Conduct gait and biomechanical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide conservative management including orthotics, footwear advice, offloading, and rehabilitation.
- Perform appropriate podiatric procedures and minor surgical interventions within scope of practice.
- Manage sports-related foot and lower-limb injuries and support return-to-activity plans.
- Provide preventive foot-care education and advice to patients and families.
- Work closely with endocrinologists, orthopedists, vascular surgeons, physiotherapists, wound-care teams, and other specialists.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with infection-control and patient-safety standards.
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, teaching, and continuing professional development.
Requirements
- Recognized degree in Podiatry / Podiatric Medicine.
- Recognized Western qualification such as UK, American, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, or Irish qualification, or equivalent recognized credential.
- Consultant/Senior-level clinical experience in Podiatry.
- Strong experience managing complex foot and lower-limb conditions.
- Experience in diabetic foot care, wound management, biomechanics, orthotics, and podiatric procedures is preferred.
- Experience in a leading private, tertiary, or multidisciplinary healthcare setting is advantageous.
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave and air ticket.
- Visa and relocation support.
- Family benefits, depending on hospital policy.
- CME and professional development opportunities.
- Modern clinical facilities and multidisciplinary working environment.



