Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist – Dubai

About the role

We are a leading tertiary‑care hospital in Dubai seeking a Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to lead our Pediatric Cardiac ICU. The successful candidate will deliver expert critical‑care management for neonates, infants and children with congenital and acquired heart disease, including pre‑ and post‑operative patients and complex emergencies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive critical‑care management for pediatric cardiac patients, including pre‑operative stabilization, post‑operative care, and interventional cardiology cases.
• Manage heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, ECMO, mechanical ventilation and advanced hemodynamic monitoring.
• Lead daily PCICU rounds, coordinate multidisciplinary care plans and ensure on‑call coverage for emergencies.
• Interpret echocardiography, hemodynamic studies and advanced imaging to guide treatment decisions.
• Contribute to strategic development, clinical pathways, protocols and quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows and nursing staff, and engage families with clear, compassionate communication.
• Participate in clinical research, teaching and representation at conferences.

Required profile

• 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.
• 8–10 years of post‑specialisation experience, including consultant‑level practice in a high‑volume cardiac centre.
• Eligibility for Dubai Health Authority Consultant licensure.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Required skills

• ECMO management
• Mechanical ventilation
• Advanced hemodynamic monitoring
• Echocardiography interpretation
• Hemodynamic studies analysis
• Advanced cardiac imaging