Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon - Congenital Care

Allocation Assist Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon for its Dubai, UAE, centre to lead complex congenital heart surgery for infants, children and adolescents. The role requires extensive experience in arterial switch, TOF repair, valve procedures, and neonatal surgery with a focus on high-quality outcomes.

You will collaborate with paediatric cardiology, anaesthesia, intensivists, and perfusion teams, supervise junior staff, participate in conferences, and mentor trainees

Qualifications

• Medical degree such as MBBS, MD, or equivalent.
• Completion of accredited Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery.
• Board Certification such as American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, European Board, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5-10 years of post-fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex paediatric cardiac surgery for congenital and acquired heart disease.
• Undertake surgical correction of congenital heart defects using established evidence-based techniques.
• Perform open-heart procedures for infants, children, and adolescents requiring advanced cardiac intervention.
• Conduct valve repair and replacement procedures when clinically indicated.
• Perform arterial switch operations for suitable congenital cardiac conditions.
• Undertake Tetralogy of Fallot repair and other complex congenital heart procedures.
• Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment and determine individualized surgical strategies.
• Coordinate intra-operative management with cardiac anaesthesia and perfusion teams.
• Provide postoperative surgical oversight and collaborate closely with Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit teams.
• Manage critically ill postoperative cardiac patients alongside intensivists and multidisciplinary specialists.
• Review echocardiography, cardiac imaging, laboratory findings, catheterization data, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Develop individualized surgical treatment plans based on anatomy, clinical status, risk, and long-term prognosis.
• Participate in emergency cardiac surgery services and on-call coverage according to departmental requirements.
• Monitor recovery through inpatient reviews, outpatient follow-up, and long-term postoperative surveillance.
• Counsel families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, operative risks, expected outcomes, and future cardiac care.
• Collaborate with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, radiologists, and nursing teams.
• Participate in multidisciplinary cardiac conferences, morbidity and mortality meetings, and complex case discussions.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, operative reports, treatment plans, procedure records, and follow-up documentation.
• Contribute to clinical audits, patient safety initiatives, quality improvement programs, and cardiac service development.
• Participate in clinical research, scientific publications, teaching, and continuing medical education.
• Supervise and mentor junior surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Maintain strict compliance with infection control, surgical safety, clinical governance, and ethical medical practice.

Skills

Paediatric cardiac surgery

Congenital heart surgery

Cardiothoracic surgery

Neonatal cardiac surgery

Open-heart surgery

Arterial switch operation

Tetralogy of Fallot repair

Paediatric cardiac intensive care

DHA licensing

Family counselling

Education

MBBS / MD

Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery

Board Certification (American/FRCS/Arab/European)

5-10 years post-fellowship experience as Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon

Job description

Job Snapshot

Role: Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon - Congenital Care

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Hospital and Health Care

Function: Physician

Experience: Minimum 5-10 years post-fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon

Job Type: Full-time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Salary: 75000-100000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer)

Role Context

The Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon - Congenital Care will provide advanced surgical treatment for infants, children, and adolescents with congenital and acquired heart disease. The role requires exceptional operative judgment across complex congenital repairs, valve surgery, neonatal procedures, and emergency cardiac interventions. Close collaboration with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, intensivists, perfusionists, radiologists, nursing teams, and allied specialists will be essential for achieving strong surgical outcomes and providing coordinated care throughout the patient journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex paediatric cardiac surgery for congenital and acquired heart disease.
• Undertake surgical correction of congenital heart defects using established evidence-based techniques.
• Perform open-heart procedures for infants, children, and adolescents requiring advanced cardiac intervention.
• Conduct valve repair and replacement procedures when clinically indicated.
• Perform arterial switch operations for suitable congenital cardiac conditions.
• Undertake Tetralogy of Fallot repair and other complex congenital heart procedures.
• Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment and determine individualized surgical strategies.
• Coordinate intra-operative management with cardiac anaesthesia and perfusion teams.
• Provide postoperative surgical oversight and collaborate closely with Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit teams.
• Manage critically ill postoperative cardiac patients alongside intensivists and multidisciplinary specialists.
• Review echocardiography, cardiac imaging, laboratory findings, catheterization data, and other diagnostic investigations.
• Develop individualized surgical treatment plans based on anatomy, clinical status, risk, and long-term prognosis.
• Participate in emergency cardiac surgery services and on-call coverage according to departmental requirements.
• Monitor recovery through inpatient reviews, outpatient follow-up, and long-term postoperative surveillance.
• Counsel families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, operative risks, expected outcomes, and future cardiac care.
• Collaborate with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, radiologists, and nursing teams.
• Participate in multidisciplinary cardiac conferences, morbidity and mortality meetings, and complex case discussions.
• Maintain accurate consultation notes, operative reports, treatment plans, procedure records, and follow-up documentation.
• Contribute to clinical audits, patient safety initiatives, quality improvement programs, and cardiac service development.
• Participate in clinical research, scientific publications, teaching, and continuing medical education.
• Supervise and mentor junior surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Maintain strict compliance with infection control, surgical safety, clinical governance, and ethical medical practice.

Ideal Profile

• Medical degree such as MBBS, MD, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Completion of accredited Residency training in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Board Certification such as American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, European Board, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5-10 years of post-fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon.
• Extensive operative experience in complex congenital and paediatric cardiac surgery.
• Proven expertise in neonatal cardiac surgery and advanced congenital heart defect repair.
• Strong experience in valve surgery, arterial switch procedures, Tetralogy of Fallot repair, and other high-risk interventions.
• Demonstrated record of successful outcomes in a high-volume tertiary care or academic medical center.
• GCC clinical experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Valid DHA Consultant License or eligibility to obtain consultant-level licensing in Dubai.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical care decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent leadership and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Confident family counselling and communication abilities.
• Academic, research, teaching, or publication experience is highly desirable.
• Strong commitment to evidence-based medicine, patient safety, professionalism, and continuous professional development.

Skills Set

• Paediatric cardiac surgery
• Congenital heart surgery
• Cardiothoracic surgery
• Neonatal cardiac surgery
• Congenital heart defects
• Open-heart surgery
• Valve repair
• Valve replacement
• Arterial switch operation
• Tetralogy of Fallot repair
• Complex congenital cardiac procedures
• Paediatric cardiac intensive care
• PCICU
• Pre-operative assessment
• Intra-operative management
• Post-operative cardiac care
• Cardiac surgical planning
• Emergency cardiac surgery
• Cardiac imaging review
• Perfusion coordination
• Cardiac anaesthesia collaboration
• Paediatric cardiology collaboration
• Critical care management
• Multidisciplinary cardiac care
• Family counselling
• Surgical risk assessment
• Clinical documentation
• DHA licensing
• Infection control
• Patient safety
• Clinical governance
• Clinical audit
• Quality improvement
• Medical education
• Surgical mentoring
• Clinical research
• Academic publishing
• Continuing medical education

Why Join Us

This opportunity offers an experienced paediatric cardiac surgeon the chance to practice within Dubai 's advanced Hospital and Health Care sector while managing complex congenital and high-risk cardiac cases using modern surgical technology. The role provides exposure to multidisciplinary cardiac care, PCICU collaboration, research, teaching, clinical governance, and continued professional development. It is particularly suitable for a senior surgeon seeking significant clinical responsibility, academic engagement, and long-term growth within advanced paediatric cardiac services.

About the Company

Allocation Assist Middle East connects experienced consultant and specialist physicians with hospitals, tertiary care centers, and advanced healthcare organizations across the UAE and wider Middle East. The company supports healthcare providers seeking highly qualified medical professionals who can strengthen complex surgical programs, multidisciplinary care, and specialized patient outcomes.