Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist - PCICU

Allocation Assist Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits package

Job summary

Allocation Assist Middle East seeks a Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist in Abu Dhabi to lead a high-acuity pediatric cardiac ICU. You will drive critical care delivery for complex congenital heart conditions and post-surgical cases, guiding multidisciplinary teams and ensuring optimal outcomes.

The role requires a medical degree with board certification in pediatric critical care, cardiology, or anesthesiology, plus fellowship in pediatric cardiac ICU and DOH Abu Dhabi licensure

Qualifications

• Must have medical degree with board certification in pediatric critical care, cardiology, or anesthesiology.
• Fellowship training in pediatric cardiac intensive care is required.
• Eligible for DOH Abu Dhabi licensure.

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill pediatric cardiac patients including pre-operative stabilization and post-operative care
• Oversee treatment of congenital heart disease, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, and heart failure
• Utilize advanced life support technologies including ECMO, mechanical ventilation, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Lead multidisciplinary PCICU rounds and coordinate individualized care plans
• Interpret complex diagnostic data including echocardiography and advanced imaging
• Provide on-call coverage for pediatric cardiac emergencies
• Contribute to development of clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and ICU teams
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows, and critical care staff

Skills

Pediatric critical care

ECMO expertise

Leadership

Multidisciplinary collaboration

English fluency

DOH Abu Dhabi licensure eligibility

Education

Medical degree with board certification in Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiology, or Anesthesiology

Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care

Tools

ECMO systems

Hemodynamic monitoring equipment

Job description

Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist Abu Dhabi UAE Hospital and Health Care hiring opportunity for a senior specialist to lead critical care delivery in a Pediatric Cardiac ICU, managing complex congenital heart conditions and post-surgical cases in a high-acuity environment.

Country: UAE City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Hospital and Health Care Function: Medical Practitioner Salary: 80000-110000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

This role is central to delivering life-saving pediatric cardiac intensive care, ensuring optimal outcomes for critically ill children. The position supports advanced cardiac programs, enhances multidisciplinary coordination, and drives excellence in intensive care practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill pediatric cardiac patients including pre-operative stabilization and post-operative care
• Oversee treatment of congenital heart disease, arrhythmias, cardiomyopathies, and heart failure
• Utilize advanced life support technologies including ECMO, mechanical ventilation, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Lead multidisciplinary PCICU rounds and coordinate individualized care plans
• Interpret complex diagnostic data including echocardiography and advanced imaging
• Provide on-call coverage for pediatric cardiac emergencies
• Contribute to development of clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and ICU teams
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows, and critical care staff

Ideal Profile

• Medical degree with board certification in Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiology, or Anesthesiology
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care
• 8-10 years of consultant-level experience in a high-volume cardiac ICU
• Expertise in ECMO and complex congenital heart disease management
• Eligibility for DOH Abu Dhabi licensure
• Strong leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage

Skills Set

• Pediatric cardiac critical care management
• ECMO and advanced life support systems
• Hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac diagnostics
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Emergency response and ICU protocolsClinical leadership and mentoring

  Why Join Us

  • Highly competitive tax-free salary with premium benefits package
  • Work in a leading tertiary cardiac center with advanced ICU technology
  • Exposure to complex and high-impact pediatric cardiac cases
  • Strong support for research, CME, and international conferences
  • Collaborative environment with world-class specialists
  • High-demand specialty with long-term career growth opportunities

  About the Company

  Allocation Assist Middle East is a Dubai-based healthcare recruitment firm specializing in placing highly skilled medical professionals in leading hospitals across the Middle East, supporting advanced clinical care and improving patient outcomes.