JOB TITLE: Podiatrist - UAE

LOCATION: UAE

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time

SECTOR: Healthcare / Hospital / Medical Group

ABOUT THE ROLE

A leading, internationally accredited healthcare provider in UAE is expanding its foot and ankle assessment, diabetic foot care and rehabilitation pathways and is seeking a highly skilled Podiatrist to join its growing clinical team. The role is designed for internationally trained clinicians seeking career advancement, strong clinical exposure, and the ability 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 communication, multidisciplinary teamwork, and commitment to international healthcare standards.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The successful candidate will work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment supported by experienced consultants, nurses, allied health professionals and modern diagnostic and treatment infrastructure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess and treat foot, ankle, nail, skin, gait and biomechanical conditions.
• Provide diabetic foot screening, ulcer prevention, wound care support and patient education.
• Design orthotic, footwear, offloading and rehabilitation plans in coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage common podiatric procedures within professional scope and local regulations.
• Collaborate with endocrinology, vascular surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation and wound care teams.
• Maintain documentation, infection control, patient safety and equipment standards.

Applications are welcome from internationally trained podiatrist candidates holding recognised qualifications such as:

• Recognised degree in podiatry / podiatric medicine
• HCPC / UK registration or equivalent where applicable
• Australian / Canadian / New Zealand podiatry registration where applicable
• Recognised diabetic foot or wound care training preferred
• Eligibility for UAE professional licensing through DHA / DOH / MOH

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.

• 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

Final compensation is aligned with board certification, years of experience, subspecialty expertise, procedural scope and licensing eligibility.

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.

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