Consultant Trauma Surgeon

Required Skills

Requires a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent), completion of an accredited residency in general surgery, and a fellowship or subspecialty training in trauma surgery, acute care surgery, or surgical critical care. Board certification or equivalent recognized qualification in trauma surgery or general surgery with trauma specialization is necessary. DOH license/eligibility is preferred, and internationally trained candidates meeting these requirements are encouraged to apply.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Healthcare Company Industry Healthcare, Pharmaceuticals & Medical Services Location Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Al Dhafra Region Employment type Full-time Job summary We are seeking an experienced consultant trauma surgeon to join a leading healthcare provider in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and the Al Dhafra Region. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive trauma and emergency surgical care for critically injured patients, managing complex cases in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest standards of patient care. Key responsibilities Assess, stabilize, and manage patients with major traumatic injuries requiring emergency surgical intervention. Perform complex trauma surgeries, including damage control surgery, emergency laparotomies, thoracic trauma procedures, and soft tissue reconstruction where indicated. Lead trauma resuscitation and coordinate multidisciplinary trauma team responses. Provide surgical management for blunt and penetrating trauma involving the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities. Collaborate closely with emergency medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, vascular surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, radiologists, and rehabilitation specialists. Participate in trauma call rotations and provide 24/7 emergency trauma coverage as required. Supervise pre-operative, intra-operative, post-operative, and critical care management of trauma patients. Participate in trauma quality improvement programs, morbidity and mortality meetings, and trauma registry initiatives. Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and international trauma care guidelines. Mentor junior physicians, residents, and medical students while supporting research and continuing medical education activities. Requirements Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent). Completion of an accredited residency in general surgery. Fellowship or subspecialty training in trauma surgery, acute care surgery, or surgical critical care from a recognized institution. Board certification or equivalent recognized qualification in trauma surgery or general surgery with trauma specialization. DOH license/eligibility is preferred. Internationally trained candidates meeting DOH licensing requirements are encouraged to apply. Benefits Competitive tax-free salary. Comprehensive health insurance. Annual paid leave with air ticket allowance. Continuing medical education (CME) and professional development support. End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law. Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art tertiary healthcare facility with advanced trauma services and a collaborative multidisciplinary team. Apply Now