Lead Pediatric Cardiac ICU Consultant

Allocation Assist; Dubai; On-site; AED 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Allocation Assist in partnership with a leading tertiary-care hospital in Dubai is seeking a Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join and lead its Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU). The role demands expert critical care for neonates, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, including post-surgical and interventional cases.

The ideal candidate will drive clinical pathways, mentor teams, and contribute to research while collaborating with cardiologists, surgeons,

Qualifications

• MD/MBBS from a recognized institution.
• Board-certified in Pediatric Critical Care, Cardiology, or Anesthesiology with fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care.
• 8–10 years of post-specialization experience in a high-volume cardiac center.
• Eligible for Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Consultant licensure.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate PCICU rounds and multidisciplinary care plans.
• Provide comprehensive critical care management for neonates, infants, and children with congenital/acquired heart disease.
• Oversee pre-operative stabilization, post-operative care, and interventional cardiology cases.
• Manage complex hemodynamics, ECMO, ventilation, and advanced monitoring.
• Mentor junior physicians, fellows, and nursing staff; contribute to clinical pathways and quality initiatives.
• Engage in research, audits, CME activities, and teaching.

Skills

Board Certification

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

English fluency

Education

MD/MBBS

Board Certification: Pediatric Critical Care

Board Certification: Pediatric Cardiology

Job description

Allocation Assist in partnership with a leading tertiary-care hospital in Dubai is seeking a Consultant Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join and lead its Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU). The role demands expert critical care for neonates, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, including post-surgical and interventional cases.

The ideal candidate will drive clinical pathways, mentor teams, and contribute to research while collaborating with cardiologists, surgeons,