Consultant Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Specialist – Dubai | Tax-Free Rehabilitation Leadership Opportunity
United Arab Emirates
Job Description
We are partnering with a leading JCI-accredited, multispecialty healthcare group in Dubai seeking a
highly skilled Consultant / Specialist in Physical Medicine \& Rehabilitation (PM\&R)
to join their expanding rehabilitation and pain management division. This role offers a
career-defining opportunity
to work within a state-of-the-art facility, delivering advanced rehabilitation care to a diverse international patient population while contributing to integrated, multidisciplinary treatment pathways.
Role Overview
As a
Consultant/ Specialist Physiatrist in Dubai
, you will lead comprehensive rehabilitation programs aimed at restoring function, improving quality of life, and optimizing recovery for patients with acute and chronic physical impairments.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments
- Design and implement individualized rehabilitation programs for conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, chronic pain, and sports injuries
- Perform interventional procedures including joint injections, nerve blocks, and ultrasound-guided treatments
- Collaborate closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and pain specialists for multidisciplinary care
- Monitor patient progress, functional outcomes, and adjust rehabilitation plans accordingly
- Provide post-operative rehabilitation guidance in coordination with orthopedic and neurosurgical teams
- Lead pain management strategies including non-surgical and minimally invasive approaches
- Educate patients and families on recovery pathways, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with DHA and international healthcare standards
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and continuous medical education
Eligibility \& Board Recognition
We are seeking
Board Certified PM\&R Specialists / Consultants
from globally recognised systems
- American Board of Physical Medicine \& Rehabilitation (ABPMR)
- UK CCT / GMC Specialist Register
- European Board Certification
- Canadian / Australian Fellowship
- Arab Board / FCPS / MD/ DNB/ FNB PM\&R
- Minimum
3–5+ years post-board experience
preferred
- DHA License eligibility or active license is an advantage
What Makes UAE Attractive
- Tax-Free Consultant Physiatrist role in Dubai
- Rapidly growing rehabilitation and pain management sector
- Access to advanced rehab technologies and multidisciplinary care teams
- Practice in JCI-accredited, internationally benchmarked hospitals
- High quality of life in a safe, modern, and globally connected city
Compensation \& Benefits
- Competitive
tax-free salary package
- Performance incentives and revenue-sharing potential
- Comprehensive health insurance (self \& family)
- Annual flights and generous annual leave
- Relocation assistance and onboarding support
- CME funding and professional development opportunities
Licensing \& Relocation Support
- Full
DHA license conversion guidance
provided
- Assistance with DataFlow, exam process, and documentation
- Dedicated relocation support for seamless transition to Dubai