Podiatrist - UAE / Attractive Salary + Career Development / Premium Hospital

A leading healthcare provider in the UAE is expanding its Podiatry and Lower Limb Care Services and is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to join its multidisciplinary clinical team. The position focuses on delivering comprehensive, evidence-based foot and ankle care to patients of all age groups within a modern healthcare environment supported by advanced diagnostic facilities and specialist referral services.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside orthopedic surgeons, endocrinologists, vascular surgeons, rehabilitation specialists, physiotherapists, and wound care teams while providing high-quality patient-centered care. The successful candidate will play a key role in preventing disability, improving mobility, and enhancing the overall quality of life for patients with foot and lower extremity disorders.

Role Overview

• Position: Podiatrist
• Location: United Arab Emirates
• Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty Hospital / Advanced Foot & Ankle Care Center
• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post qualification experience
• Practice Model: Outpatient podiatry clinics with multidisciplinary diabetic foot, wound care, and rehabilitation support

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care for patients presenting with foot, ankle, and lower limb disorders while utilizing evidence-based clinical practices and modern treatment techniques.

Qualifications & Professional Recognition

Applications are welcome from professionals holding recognized qualifications such as:

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
• Bachelor or Master's Degree in Podiatry from a recognized institution
• UK HCPC Registered Podiatrist or equivalent
• Australian, European, American, Canadian, or Arab recognized qualifications
• Other internationally recognized qualifications meeting DHA / DOH / MOH eligibility requirements

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DHA / DOH / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided.

Key Responsibilities – Podiatry

• Assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of foot, ankle, and lower limb disorders affecting pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Perform comprehensive biomechanical assessments and gait analysis to identify functional abnormalities and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Diagnose and treat conditions including plantar fasciitis, heel pain, diabetic foot complications, nail disorders, corns, calluses, bunions, flat feet, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Provide preventive diabetic foot care, ulcer risk assessment, wound management, and patient education to reduce complications and amputations.
• Perform routine podiatric procedures including nail surgery, debridement, callus management, and conservative treatment of foot disorders within the scope of practice.
• Prescribe and recommend custom orthotics, footwear modifications, offloading devices, and rehabilitation strategies to improve mobility and function.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, endocrinologists, vascular surgeons, wound care specialists, physiotherapists, and rehabilitation teams for comprehensive patient management.
• Educate patients regarding foot hygiene, injury prevention, diabetic foot care, footwear selection, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term foot health.
• Interpret diagnostic imaging and laboratory investigations relevant to podiatric practice and coordinate additional specialist referrals when clinically indicated.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and comprehensive clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and continuing professional development activities.
• Ensure compliance with UAE healthcare regulations, ethical professional standards, infection control protocols, and hospital policies.

Requirements

Licensing & Relocation Support

· DHA/DOH/MOH licensing guidance

· DataFlow and credential verification support

· Visa processing assistance

· Relocation support for physician and family

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive tax-free salary

· Performance incentives

· Housing or accommodation support

· Family medical insurance

· Annual air tickets

· Professional indemnity coverage

· Continuing medical education support