Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon

Sylvcare; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UAE is looking for a Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon to provide advanced surgical care to infants and children with heart diseases. The ideal candidate should have Tier-1, Western training and experience in complex pediatric cardiac procedures. Responsibilities include performing various surgeries, pre-operative assessments, and collaborating with cardiology teams. Eligible candidates should possess the necessary qualifications for DOH or DHA licensing. Interested applicants should submit their CV to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years post-consultant experience in pediatric cardiac surgery.
• Demonstrated competence in high-complexity congenital cardiac procedures.
• Eligibility for DOH or DHA Consultant License.

Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric congenital cardiac surgeries including neonatal and infant cardiac repairs.
• Provide pre-operative assessment, operative care, and post-operative management.
• Collaborate with pediatric cardiology and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Expertise in neonatal and infant cardiac surgery

Strong decision-making in high-acuity environments

Excellent communication with families and multidisciplinary teams

Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered practice

Education

UK CCT / CESR in Cardiothoracic Surgery – Pediatric focus

American Board Certification with Pediatric Cardiac fellowship

Canadian RCPSC Fellowship

Australian FRACS in Cardiothoracic Surgery – Pediatric

German Facharzt in Cardiac Surgery with pediatric specialization

Job description

1. Position Summary

The Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon is responsible for providing advanced surgical care to infants, children, and adolescents with congenital and acquired heart diseases. The role requires a Tier-1, Western-trained surgeon with proven experience in complex pediatric cardiac procedures within a tertiary care environment.

2. Minimum Qualifications & Licensing Requirements

Tier-1 Accepted Qualifications

One of the following (or equivalent):

• UK CCT / CESR (Cardiothoracic Surgery – Pediatric focus)

• American Board Certification (Thoracic Surgery + Pediatric Cardiac fellowship)

• Canadian RCPSC Fellowship

• Irish CSCST

• Australian FRACS (Cardiothoracic Surgery – Pediatric)

• German Facharzt (Cardiac Surgery with pediatric specialization)

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years post-consultant experience in pediatric cardiac surgery.

• Demonstrated competence in high-complexity congenital cardiac procedures.

Licensing

• Eligible for DOH or DHA Consultant License.

• DataFlow verification and DOH/DHA exam or exemption as per Tier-1 rules.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Perform the full spectrum of pediatric congenital cardiac surgeries, including:

  • Neonatal and infant cardiac repairs

  • VSD/ASD repairs

  • Tetralogy of Fallot repair

  • Arterial switch procedures

  • Valve repairs and replacements

  • Complex congenital reconstructions

• Provide pre-operative assessment, operative care, and post-operative management.

• Collaborate with pediatric cardiology, PICU, anesthesia, and perfusion teams.

• Participate in surgical planning meetings and multidisciplinary case reviews.

• Ensure high standards of documentation and compliance with UAE regulatory requirements.

4. Core Competencies

• Expertise in neonatal and infant cardiac surgery

• Strong decision-making in high-acuity environments

• Excellent communication with families and multidisciplinary teams

• Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered practice

5. Workload & On-Call

• Scheduled operating lists

• Surgical consultations and inpatient rounds

• Participation in cardiac surgery on-call rota

How to Apply

Qualified candidates may submit their updated CV to:

[e-mail]

Put in subject:Job Ref: PED-CARD-SURG-CONS-UAE-2025

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.