Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon (Western Qualified) - Government Facility, UAE

SearchPlus HR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 551,000 - 845,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary package

Accommodation or housing allowance

Annual return air ticket

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave

End-of-service benefits

Family benefits (employer policy)

CME support

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

SearchPlus HR is seeking an experienced Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon for a leading government healthcare facility in the UAE. The role focuses on expert surgical care for complex cardiac and thoracic conditions, with responsibilities across preoperative to postoperative care and multidisciplinary collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a recognized Western qualification, 3–5 years post-specialization experience at consultant level, and a track record in CABG and valve surgeries, along

Qualifications

• MBBS, MD or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Cardiothoracic/Cardiac/Cardiovascular Surgery.
• Western qualification preferred (e.g., UK CCT/CCST, ABMS, FRACS or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex cardiac and thoracic conditions.
• Perform CABG, valve repair/replacement and other advanced cardiac surgeries.
• Conduct thoracic procedures within approved scope.
• Provide preoperative assessment and postoperative care.
• Coordinate with cardiologists, anesthesiologists and intensivists.
• Maintain surgical records and contribute to audits and CME.
• Ensure compliance with UAE patient safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical judgment

Teaching

Education

MBBS/MD or equivalent

Postgraduate Cardiothoracic Surgery

Western qualification preferred

Job description

A leading government healthcare facility in the UAE is seeking an experienced Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with a recognized Western qualification to join its advanced surgical team. The successful candidate will provide expert surgical care for patients with complex cardiac and thoracic conditions, perform advanced surgical procedures, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with complex cardiac and thoracic conditions.

• Perform cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair and replacement, and other advanced cardiac surgeries.

• Perform thoracic surgical procedures within the approved scope of practice.

• Provide comprehensive preoperative assessment and postoperative care.

• Manage surgical complications and support patient recovery.

• Collaborate with cardiologists, cardiac anesthesiologists, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals.

• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and clinical decision-making.

• Maintain accurate medical records, operative reports, and surgical logbooks.

• Contribute to clinical audits, quality improvement, teaching, and professional development.

• Ensure compliance with patient safety standards and UAE healthcare regulations.

• MBBS, MD, or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.

• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, or Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.

• Western qualification preferred, such as UK CCT/CCST, American Board, Canadian Royal College, Australian FRACS, South African Board, or an equivalent internationally recognized qualification.

• Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialization experience, preferably at consultant level.

• Extensive experience in complex cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures.

• Demonstrated expertise in CABG, valve surgery, and other advanced cardiothoracic procedures.

• Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

• Competitive tax-free salary package.

• Accommodation or housing allowance.

• Annual return air ticket.

• Comprehensive medical insurance.

• Paid annual leave.

• End-of-service benefits.

• Family benefits, subject to employer policy.

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support.

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.