Pediatric Cardiac Surgeons - Shape the Future of Heart Surgery in KSA
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Allocation Assist DMCC is seeking a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon to join a leading healthcare institution in Saudi Arabia. The role involves performing complex paediatric cardiac surgeries, managing pre- and post-operative care, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
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Responsibilities
- Perform complex paediatric cardiac surgeries, including correction of congenital heart defects, open heart procedures, valve repairs and replacements, arterial switch operations, Tetralogy of Fallot repair, and other advanced cardiac interventions
- Provide comprehensive pre operative, intra operative, and post operative care for paediatric cardiac surgery patients
- Manage critically ill patients in the Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) in collaboration with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, review diagnostic investigations, and develop individualized surgical treatment plans
- Collaborate with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, radiologists, and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Participate in emergency cardiac surgery services and on call rotations as required
- Monitor patient recovery through outpatient follow up clinics and long term postoperative care
- Counsel patients' families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical risks, expected outcomes, and long term management
- Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, morbidity and mortality conferences, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives
- Contribute to clinical research, publications, and continuing medical education activities
- Supervise, mentor, and train junior surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals
Requirements
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution
- Completion of a recognized Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery from a recognized institution
- Board Certification (American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, European Board, or equivalent)
- Eligibility for consultant registration with the relevant Saudi healthcare regulatory authority
- Minimum of 5 10 years of post fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- Extensive experience performing complex congenital and paediatric cardiac surgical procedures
- Proven track record of excellent surgical outcomes in high volume tertiary care or academic medical centers
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Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled and board certified Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon to join a leading healthcare institution in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing advanced surgical care to infants, children, and adolescents with congenital and acquired hea
Key Responsibilities
- Perform complex paediatric cardiac surgeries, including correction of congenital heart defects, open heart procedures, valve repairs and replacements, arterial switch operations, Tetralogy of Fallot repair, and other advanced cardiac interventions.
- Provide comprehensive pre operative, intra operative, and post operative care for paediatric cardiac surgery patients.
- Manage critically ill patients in the Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) in collaboration with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, review diagnostic investigations, and develop individualized surgical treatment plans.
- Collaborate with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, radiologists, and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Participate in emergency cardiac surgery services and on call rotations as required.
- Monitor patient recovery through outpatient follow up clinics and long term postoperative care.
- Counsel patients' families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical risks, expected outcomes, and long term management.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, morbidity and mortality conferences, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to clinical research, publications, and continuing medical education activities.
- Supervise, mentor, and train junior surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
Qualifications
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
- Completion of a recognized Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery from a recognized institution.
- Board Certification (American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, European Board, or equivalent).
- Eligibility for consultant registration with the relevant Saudi healthcare regulatory authority.
Experience
- Minimum of 5 10 years of post fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon.
- Extensive experience performing complex congenital and paediatric cardiac surgical procedures.
- Proven track record of excellent surgical outcomes in high volume tertiary care or academic medical centers.
- Previous GCC experience is preferred but not mandatory.
Skills & Competencies
- Advanced expertise in congenital and paediatric cardiac surgery.
- Excellent operative, clinical decision making, and critical care management skills.
- Strong leadership and multidisciplinary teamwork abilities.
- Exceptional communication and family counseling skills.
- Commitment to evidence based practice, research, and continuous professional development.
- High standards of professionalism, ethics, and patient centered care.
- Excellent organizational, documentation, and time management skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive tax free salary based on qualifications and experience.
- Fully furnished accommodation or housing allowance.
- Annual air tickets for the consultant and eligible dependents.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and professional development support.
- End of service benefits in accordance with Saudi Labour Law.
- Opportunity to work in internationally accredited healthcare facilities equipped with advanced paediatric cardiac surgical technology.
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