Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist - Abu Dhabi

Position Overview

Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Clinical Expertise

• Deliver comprehensive critical care management for pediatric cardiac patients, including:
• + Pre‑operative stabilization and optimization
• + Post‑operative care following congenital heart surgery
• + Management of interventional cardiology cases
• + Treatment of heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, and complex congenital heart disease
• + Use of ECMO, mechanical ventilation, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
• Lead daily multidisciplinary PCICU rounds and coordinate individualized care plans.
• Interpret and manage complex diagnostic data including echocardiography, hemodynamic studies, and advanced imaging.
• Provide on‑call coverage for pediatric cardiac emergencies.

Leadership & Program Development

• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the Pediatric Cardiac ICU service.
• Develop and update clinical protocols, pathways, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with pediatric cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and specialized nursing teams.
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows, and critical care nursing staff.

Family & Patient Engagement

• Communicate complex clinical information clearly and compassionately to families.
• Support families through decision‑making, long‑term care planning, and post‑discharge follow‑up.
• Promote a family‑centered, culturally sensitive care environment.

Academic & Research Contributions

• Participate in clinical research, audits, and quality improvement projects.
• Teach and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Contribute to CME programs and represent the department at conferences.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical Degree (MD/MBBS) from a recognized institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatric Critical Care, Pediatric Cardiology, or Pediatric Anesthesiology with fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care.
• Minimum 8–10 years of post‑specialization experience, including consultant‑level practice in a high‑volume pediatric cardiac center.
• Expertise in managing complex congenital heart disease, ECMO, and post‑operative cardiac ICU care.
• Eligibility for Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DOH/HAAD) Consultant licensure.
• Strong leadership, communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive tax‑free consultant salary aligned with Abu Dhabi standards.
• Housing allowance or furnished accommodation.
• Annual flight tickets for self and dependents.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• 30 days of annual leave plus UAE public holidays.
• CME allowance and support for international conferences.
• End‑of‑service benefits as per UAE labor regulations