Job Description

A leading tertiary care hospital in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is expanding its neurosciences and spine surgery program and is inviting applications from highly experienced Consultant / Specialist Neurosurgeons to join its multidisciplinary surgical team.

This is a high-impact, career-elevating opportunity to practice in a JCI-aligned, technologically advanced environment, delivering complex brain and spine care to a diverse international patient population.

The role is ideal for internationally trained neurosurgeons seeking tax-free income, access to advanced surgical infrastructure, and global clinical exposure in the UAE healthcare system.

Role Overview

• Position: Consultant / Specialist Neurosurgeon
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Hospital Type: Private / Government / Multispecialty / Tertiary Care (JCI-accredited)
• Experience Required: Minimum 3–5+ years post board certification
• Clinical Scope: Brain surgery, spine surgery, neurotrauma, and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive neurosurgical care, working alongside neurologists, intensivists, and rehabilitation specialists.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and surgically manage brain, spine, and peripheral nervous system disorders
• Perform cranial surgeries, spine surgeries, tumor resections, and neurotrauma procedures
• Conduct minimally invasive and image-guided neurosurgical interventions
• Manage complex neurological conditions, including brain tumors, vascular malformations, and spinal disorders
• Provide pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care, including ICU coordination
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurology, oncology, radiology, and rehabilitation
• Participate in emergency neurosurgical services and on-call rotations
• Ensure adherence to clinical governance, patient safety, and international surgical protocols
• Contribute to clinical audits, research, and continuous medical education
• Mentor junior doctors and surgical trainees

Requirements

Eligibility & Board Recognition

We welcome applications from internationally trained neurosurgeons with recognised qualifications such as:

• American Board of Neurological Surgery
• UK CCT / FRCS (Neurosurgery)
• European Board Certification
• Royal College Certification (Canada)
• Australian Fellowship
• Arab Board
• MCh / DNB Neurosurgery / equivalent recognised super-specialty qualification

Candidates should be eligible for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) / Department of Health Abu Dhabi (DOH) license conversion (full support provided).

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package
• Performance-based incentives
• Housing allowance or accommodation support
• Comprehensive family medical insurance
• Annual return air tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
• Continuing medical education (CME) support

Licensing & Relocation Support

• End-to-end DHA / DOH license conversion assistance
• DataFlow and credential verification support
• Visa processing and onboarding assistance
• Relocation support for physician and family

A structured onboarding process ensures a smooth transition into clinical practice in Dubai.