Consultant Oral Surgeon

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Applications are welcome from internationally trained consultant oral surgeons holding recognised qualifications such as American Board, UK CCT/FRCS, European Board qualification, Royal College certification (Canada), Australian FRACDS/FRACS, Arab Board, or MDS/equivalent recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Candidates must be eligible for UAE licensing and facility credentialing. Strong clinical judgement, evidence-based practice, patient safety, and excellent communication skills are essential.

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 About the role A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its oral and maxillofacial surgical services and is seeking a highly skilled consultant oral surgeon to join its growing clinical team. The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, advanced surgical exposure, and the opportunity to practice within a modern, quality-driven healthcare environment serving a diverse international patient population. This opportunity is suitable for candidates who can combine advanced clinical expertise with patient-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to international healthcare standards. Role overview The successful candidate will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment supported by dentists, surgeons, orthodontists, nurses, allied health professionals and modern diagnostic and surgical infrastructure. The role will involve the assessment and surgical management of patients with a broad range of oral and maxillofacial conditions. Key responsibilities Assess, diagnose and manage patients requiring oral and maxillofacial surgical care according to clinical scope. Perform oral surgical procedures, including complex extractions, implant-related surgery, bone grafting and other procedures within the scope of practice. Manage impacted teeth, oral infections, cysts, benign lesions and other surgical conditions. Conduct appropriate pre-operative assessments, obtain informed consent and provide comprehensive perioperative and follow-up care. Collaborate with dental and medical specialties, including orthodontics, prosthodontics, periodontics, ENT and oncology, when required. Manage surgical complications and provide appropriate emergency and post-operative care. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety and clinical governance standards. Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, service development and quality improvement initiatives. Requirements Applications are welcome from internationally trained consultant oral surgeons holding recognised qualifications such as: American Board / recognised specialist qualification in oral and maxillofacial surgery UK CCT / FRCS in oral and maxillofacial surgery European Board qualification in oral and maxillofacial surgery Royal College certification (Canada) Australian FRACDS / FRACS or equivalent recognised qualification Arab Board MDS / equivalent recognised postgraduate specialist qualification in oral and maxillofacial surgery Applications are welcome from candidates across USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia, India, Middle East, Africa and South America, subject to eligibility for UAE licensing and facility credentialing. Benefits Highly competitive tax-free salary package Performance-based incentives where applicable Housing allowance or premium accommodation support Comprehensive medical insurance Annual return flight tickets Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage Continuing medical education support Visa and onboarding assistance Licensing & relocation support Structured DHA / DOH / MOH license conversion assistance DataFlow and credential verification support Visa and regulatory processing assistance Relocation guidance for physician and family where applicable Dedicated onboarding support for transition into UAE clinical practice Ideal candidate profile Strong clinical judgement with commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety. Excellent communication skills with culturally diverse patients and multidisciplinary teams. Ability to adapt to UAE healthcare regulations, documentation standards and hospital governance expectations. Interest in long-term career development within a premium UAE healthcare setting. How to apply Interested candidates may apply with an updated CV and details of current licensing status / eligibility. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion. Apply Now