Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist (PCICU) – Dubai

About the role

A leading tertiary‑care hospital in Dubai is seeking an experienced Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to lead its Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU). The role involves delivering expert critical‑care management for neonates, infants and children with congenital or acquired heart disease.

Key responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pre‑operative stabilization, post‑operative care and management of interventional cardiology cases.
• Oversee ECMO, mechanical ventilation, advanced hemodynamic monitoring and complex diagnostic data (echocardiography, hemodynamic studies, advanced imaging).
• Lead daily PCICU rounds, coordinate multidisciplinary care plans and ensure on‑call coverage for cardiac emergencies.
• Contribute to strategic development, clinical pathways, protocols and quality‑improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows and critical‑care nursing staff.
• Communicate clearly with families, supporting decision‑making and long‑term care planning.
• Participate in research, audits, teaching and represent the department 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 post‑specialization experience in a high‑volume cardiac centre, including consultant‑level practice.
• Eligibility for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Consultant licensure.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.

Required skills

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