Requirements
Requires a DHA, DOH, or MOH Licensed Specialist Pediatric Ophthalmologist with a recognized specialist qualification in Ophthalmology. A fellowship or subspecialty training in Pediatric Ophthalmology is preferred. Strong outpatient pediatric ophthalmology experience, including managing pediatric eye disorders, strabismus, amblyopia, pediatric refractive conditions, and visual development disorders, is essential. Fluent English is required, and Arabic is advantageous. Previous UAE experience is highly desirable.
Description
Job Requisition ID: 180596Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every dayHealthHub Clinics, part of Al-Futtaim Health, is seeking an experienced Specialist Pediatric Ophthalmologist to join our growing multidisciplinary healthcare network in Dubai.This is an exciting opportunity for a physician who is passionate about children's eye health and enjoys building long-term relationships with patients and families while delivering specialist care within a modern outpatient environment.We are seeking a clinician with strong experience in diagnosing and managing pediatric eye conditions, squint disorders, amblyopia, refractive conditions, and pediatric visual development.The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a thriving pediatric ophthalmology practice within a trusted healthcare brand supported by an established patient population and multidisciplinary referral network.Recent ophthalmology candidate profiles reviewed internally demonstrate experience areas highly relevant to this role, including pediatric ophthalmology, squint evaluation, amblyopia management, orthoptic assessment, and pediatric vision services.Why Join HealthHubBuild a Thriving Pediatric PracticeDevelop long-term relationships with children and families within a community-focused healthcare environment.Strong Internal Referral NetworkBenefit from referrals from:PaediatricsFamily MedicineGeneral PracticeNeurologyEndocrinologyDevelopmental ServicesAllied Health TeamsModern Outpatient EnvironmentDeliver specialist care supported by experienced nursing, administration, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.Flexible Working ModelsFull-Time OpportunitiesCBD Opportunities5-Day Working WeekAttractive BenefitsCompetitive salary packageIncentive structureHealth insuranceLife assuranceAnnual leaveProfessional development supportAbout The RoleAs a Specialist Pediatric Ophthalmologist, you will provide specialist clinical care for infants, children, and adolescents while supporting early diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of pediatric eye conditions.You will work closely with families, paediatricians, optometrists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal visual development and clinical outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology consultations.Diagnose and manage pediatric eye disorders.Assess and manage strabismus (squint) disorders.Diagnose and treat amblyopia.Perform pediatric vision assessments.Manage refractive errors and visual development concerns.Provide ongoing follow-up and treatment planning.Collaborate with paediatricians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.Educate parents and caregivers regarding treatment plans and visual development.Maintain accurate DHA-compliant clinical documentation.Participate in quality improvement and continuing medical education activities.Essential RequirementsDHA, DOH (HAAD), or MOH Licensed Specialist Pediatric Ophthalmologist.Recognised specialist qualification in Ophthalmology.Fellowship or subspecialty training in Pediatric Ophthalmology preferred.Previous UAE experience highly desirable.Strong outpatient pediatric ophthalmology experience.Experience managing:Pediatric eye disordersStrabismusAmblyopiaPediatric refractive conditionsVisual development disordersExcellent communication skills with children and families.Fluent English language skills.Arabic language skills advantageous.Preferred ExperiencePediatric ophthalmology clinics.Children's hospitals.Pediatric vision screening programmes.Orthoptic services.Squint assessment and management.Multidisciplinary pediatric healthcare environments.About Al-Futtaim HealthcareWe Hear Your Ambition.For over 90 years, the Al-Futtaim Group has been bringing the world's leading brands of lifestyle watches, cars, home furnishings and fashion to the UAE. The Group has now introduced a whole new way of holistic healthcare through HealthHub Clinics by Al-Futtaim, its multi-speciality chain of more than 20 clinics in Dubai with over 25 specialties offering the right combination of advanced diagnostics, proven medical expertise and specialised services.What gives our clinics an edge is that as a part of the Al-Futtaim Group, you can expect world-class quality standards, with access to the best medical services and facilities within a healing environment. It's a new way of healthcare that's designed to meet a patient's needs with a complete range of smart healthcare solutions. As testimony to this, only recently, we've earned a rare milestone of being the only primary healthcare network in the UAE to receive the Gold Seal by a reputed international body: Accreditation Canada.As trusted partners to health, we at HealthHub Clinics adopt evidence-based learning that enables us to listen to our patients more carefully. It helps us in treating the cause and not just the symptoms, while applying global best practices to ensure quality of care for every family member. Most of all, we adopt a patient-centric approach to healthcare that is reflected in the promise of our core belief: We Hear You.