Job Description

We are seeking a highly qualified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with internationally recognized Western qualifications from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or Europe to join a reputable healthcare facility in the UAE. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive surgical care for conditions affecting the mouth, jaws, face, and associated structures, following international clinical standards and UAE healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and surgically manage diseases, injuries, deformities, and congenital conditions affecting the oral and maxillofacial region.
• Perform dentoalveolar surgical procedures, including complex tooth extractions, impacted wisdom tooth removal, and management of odontogenic infections.
• Conduct corrective jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery) for facial skeletal discrepancies and functional abnormalities, where appropriately trained.
• Manage facial trauma, including fractures of the mandible, maxilla, cheekbones, and other facial structures.
• Perform surgical treatment of oral and maxillofacial cysts, benign tumours, and other pathological conditions.
• Manage temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and related surgical conditions within the scope of specialist expertise.
• Perform preoperative assessments, review diagnostic imaging, develop treatment plans, and obtain informed consent.
• Collaborate with orthodontists, dentists, ENT specialists, plastic surgeons, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals to provide multidisciplinary care.
• Provide postoperative monitoring, pain management, wound care, and follow-up treatment to ensure optimal recovery.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to infection control, patient safety, and clinical governance standards.

Requirements

• Recognized dental degree (BDS, DDS, DMD, or equivalent), and a medical degree where required by the relevant training pathway and licensing authority.
• Recognized specialist qualification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or another accepted Western healthcare system.
• Examples of relevant qualifications may include UK completion of specialist training and a Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), American Board certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Canadian Royal College certification, or Australian/New Zealand specialist fellowship qualifications, subject to individual assessment.
• Relevant post-qualification specialist experience as required by the applicable UAE licensing authority.
• Eligibility for Specialist or Consultant classification under DHA, DOH, or MOHAP.
• Valid professional registration and Good Standing Certificate, where applicable.
• Willingness to relocate to the UAE.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on qualifications and experience.
• Employment visa and medical insurance, subject to applicable regulations and employer policy.
• Annual paid leave and end-of-service benefits in accordance with UAE labour law.
• Annual air ticket or travel allowance, depending on employer policy.
• Relocation assistance, where offered by the employer.
• Opportunities to work in advanced surgical facilities with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Support with UAE healthcare licensing and recruitment, where applicable.