Consultant / Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Advanced Heart & Lung Surgery

Overview

• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty tertiary-care hospital with advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery services
• Experience Required: Minimum 3+ years post specialist or board certification
• Practice Model: Combination of outpatient consultations, elective and emergency surgeries, and inpatient critical care coordination
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of cardiac and thoracic diseases, ensuring high standards of surgical precision, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities – Cardiothoracic Surgery

• Perform cardiac surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair/replacement, and complex cardiac surgeries
• Conduct thoracic surgical procedures, including lung resections, mediastinal surgeries, and treatment of thoracic malignancies
• Utilise minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques where appropriate
• Manage pre-operative evaluation and surgical planning for cardiac and thoracic patients
• Provide post-operative care and monitoring, including coordination with ICU and critical care teams
• Collaborate with cardiologists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, and intensivists for comprehensive patient management
• Participate in heart team discussions and multidisciplinary case reviews
• Manage cardiothoracic surgical emergencies, including acute cardiac conditions and thoracic trauma
• Interpret advanced diagnostic imaging, including echocardiography, CT, and cardiac catheterisation data
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols, surgical safety standards, and clinical governance policies
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards
• Participate in clinical audits, research initiatives, and quality improvement programs
• Ensure compliance with international cardiothoracic surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations

Qualifications & Board Recognition

• Applications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:
• American Board of Thoracic Surgery

• UK CCT And FRCS (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

• European Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery

• Royal College Certification (Canada)

• Australian Fellowship (FRACS – Cardiothoracic Surgery)
• Arab Board in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• MCh / DNB / FCPS Cardiothoracic Surgery or equivalent recognised specialist qualification
• Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing.
• Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary
• Performance-based incentives
• Housing allowance or accommodation support
• Comprehensive family medical insurance
• Annual return flight tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Licensing & Relocation Support

• Full assistance will be provided for:
• DOH / DHA license conversion guidance
• Credential verification and documentation support
• Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE
• Hospital onboarding and professional integration support