The posting
A leading government healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking a qualified and experienced Specialist / Consultant in Brain Injury Medicine to join its multidisciplinary medical team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation planning for patients with traumatic and non-traumatic brain injuries, focusing on neurological recovery, functional improvement, and long-term patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess and manage patients with traumatic brain injuries, acquired brain injuries, and other complex neurological conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans to improve cognitive, physical, and functional outcomes.
- Evaluate patients with cognitive impairment, memory difficulties, behavioral changes, and neurological complications following brain injury.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary rehabilitation involving physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, psychologists, and other specialists.
- Monitor neurological recovery and adjust treatment plans according to clinical progress.
- Manage complications associated with brain injury, including spasticity, seizures, cognitive deficits, and functional limitations.
- Provide education and counseling to patients and their families regarding recovery, rehabilitation, and long-term care.
- Collaborate with neurosurgeons, neurologists, rehabilitation physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with clinical guidelines and patient safety standards.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education.
Requirements
- Recognized medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent).
- Recognized postgraduate specialist qualification relevant to Brain Injury Medicine, Rehabilitation Medicine, Neurology, or an equivalent specialty accepted for the position.
- Western qualifications preferred, including UK CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian Board, Australian Board, South African Board, or an equivalent internationally recognized qualification.
- Relevant post-specialization experience in brain injury management and rehabilitation.
- Experience managing patients with complex neurological and cognitive impairments.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Benefits
- Competitive tax-free salary package.
- Accommodation or housing allowance.
- Annual return air ticket.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Paid annual leave.
- End-of-service benefits.
- Family benefits, subject to employer policy.
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities.



