Job Description

Position Overview
A leading tertiary-care hospital in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join its Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU). The role involves providing expert critical care for neonates, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, including pre? and post?operative cardiac surgical patients and complex interventional cardiology cases. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, advanced clinical expertise, and a commitment to multidisciplinary, family?centered care.
Key Responsibilities
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

Skills Required