Consultant Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon – Advanced Heart & Lung Surgery | Robotic & Minima[...]

Career Link HR; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Comprehensive medical insurance

Annual return flight tickets

CME support

Professional indemnity coverage

Job summary

A prestigious tertiary-care hospital in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates is expanding its Cardiothoracic Surgery Program and is seeking a highly accomplished Consultant/Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join its elite surgical team. This role targets surgeons experienced in complex cardiac and thoracic procedures supported by state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive critical care services.

The successful candidate will manage cardiac and thoracic diseases with multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with UAE licensing eligibility (DOH/DHA/MOH) and board recognition.
• Experience in managing complex cardiac and thoracic procedures with emphasis on patient safety and outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and participate in heart team discussions.

Responsibilities

• Perform CABG, valve repair/replacement and complex cardiac surgeries.
• Conduct thoracic procedures including lung resections and mediastinal surgeries.
• Utilise minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques where appropriate.
• Manage pre-operative evaluation and surgical planning for cardiac and thoracic patients.
• Provide post-operative care and coordinate with ICU and critical care teams.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists and intensivists for comprehensive care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary reviews and quality improvement programs.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and UAE regulatory guidelines.

Skills

CABG procedures

Valve repair/replacement

Thoracic surgery

Minimally invasive techniques

Robotic-assisted surgery

Preoperative evaluation

Team collaboration

Education

American Board of Thoracic Surgery

UK CCT / FRCS (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

European Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Royal College Certification (Canada)

Australian Fellowship (FRACS Cardiothoracic Surgery)

Arab Board in Cardiothoracic Surgery

MCh / DNB / FCPS Cardiothoracic Surgery or equivalent

Job description

A prestigious tertiary-care hospital in Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates is expanding its Cardiothoracic Surgery Program and is seeking a highly accomplished Consultant/Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join its elite surgical team. This role is designed for surgeons experienced in complex cardiac and thoracic procedures supported by state-of-the-art hybrid operating theatres advanced cardiac imaging and comprehensive critical care services.

The hospital is developing a center of excellence for cardiac and thoracic care integrating cardiology cardiac surgery pulmonology anesthesia and intensive care to deliver world-class outcomes for patients with complex cardiovascular and thoracic conditions.

Role Overview

Position: Consultant / Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Location: Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates

Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty tertiary-care hospital with advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery services

Experience Required: Minimum 3 years post specialist or board certification

Practice Model: Combination of outpatient consultations elective and emergency surgeries and inpatient critical care coordination

The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of cardiac and thoracic diseases ensuring high standards of surgical precision patient safety and clinical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac surgical procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) valve repair/replacement and complex cardiac surgeries
• Conduct thoracic surgical procedures including lung resections mediastinal surgeries and treatment of thoracic malignancies
• Utilise minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques where appropriate
• Manage pre-operative evaluation and surgical planning for cardiac and thoracic patients
• Provide post-operative care and monitoring including coordination with ICU and critical care teams
• Collaborate with cardiologists pulmonologists anesthesiologists and intensivists for comprehensive patient management
• Participate in heart team discussions and multidisciplinary case reviews
• Manage cardiothoracic surgical emergencies including acute cardiac conditions and thoracic trauma
• Interpret advanced diagnostic imaging including echocardiography CT and cardiac catheterisation data
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols surgical safety standards and clinical governance policies
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards
• Participate in clinical audits research initiatives and quality improvement programs
• Ensure compliance with international cardiothoracic surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations

Qualifications & Board Recognition

Applications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as:

• American Board of Thoracic Surgery
• UK CCT / FRCS (Cardiothoracic Surgery)
• European Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Royal College Certification (Canada)
• Australian Fellowship (FRACS Cardiothoracic Surgery)
• Arab Board in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• MCh / DNB / FCPS Cardiothoracic Surgery or equivalent recognised specialist qualification

Candidates must meet eligibility requirements for DOH / DHA / MOH licensing. Licensing guidance and support will be provided where applicable.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive tax-free consultant salary
• Performance-based incentives
• Housing allowance or accommodation support
• Comprehensive family medical insurance
• Annual return flight tickets
• Professional indemnity / malpractice coverage
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Licensing & Relocation Support

Full assistance will be provided for:

• DOH / DHA license conversion guidance
• Credential verification and documentation support
• Relocation assistance to Abu Dhabi / UAE
• Hospital onboarding and professional integration support

Required Skills

Role Overview Position: Consultant / Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon Location: Abu Dhabi United Arab Emirates Healthcare Setting: Multispecialty tertiary-care hospital with advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery services Experience Required: Minimum 3 years post specialist or board certification Practice Model: Combination of outpatient consultations elective and emergency surgeries and inpatient critical care coordination The successful candidate will be responsible for the surgical management of cardiac and thoracic diseases ensuring high standards of surgical precision patient safety and clinical outcomes. Key Responsibilities Cardiothoracic Surgery Perform cardiac surgical procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) valve repair/replacement and complex cardiac surgeries Conduct thoracic surgical procedures including lung resections mediastinal surgeries and treatment of thoracic malignancies Utilise minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgical techniques where appropriate Manage pre-operative evaluation and surgical planning for cardiac and thoracic patients Provide post-operative care and monitoring including coordination with ICU and critical care teams Collaborate with cardiologists pulmonologists anesthesiologists and intensivists for comprehensive patient management Participate in heart team discussions and multidisciplinary case reviews Manage cardiothoracic surgical emergencies including acute cardiac conditions and thoracic trauma Interpret advanced diagnostic imaging including echocardiography CT and cardiac catheterisation data Ensure adherence to infection control protocols surgical safety standards and clinical governance policies Maintain accurate clinical documentation and surgical records in compliance with regulatory standards Participate in clinical audits research initiatives and quality improvement programs Ensure compliance with international cardiothoracic surgical guidelines and UAE healthcare regulations

Required Education

Qualifications & Board RecognitionApplications are welcome from surgeons holding recognised specialist qualifications such as: American Board of Thoracic Surgery UK CCT / FRCS (Cardiothoracic Surgery) European Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery Royal College Certification (Canada) Australian Fellowship (FRACS Cardiothoracic Surgery) Arab Board in Cardiothoracic Surgery MCh / DNB / FCPS Cardiothoracic Surgery or equivalent recognised specialist qualificationCandidates