Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia Consultant

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 440,690 - 587,587; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Relocation support

Full healthcare coverage

Job summary

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc. is seeking a Consultant in Pediatric Anesthesia to join SEHA Health System in Abu Dhabi. The role involves diagnosing and managing anesthesia care for pediatric patients undergoing cardiac procedures, alongside providing comprehensive clinical assessments and developing treatment plans.

This position offers a tax-free salary along with relocation support and healthcare coverage, making it an attractive opportunity for qualified professionals seeking to advance their careers in a world-class healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience post-board certification in relevant countries.
• Current and good standing medical license in country of residence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage pediatric patients with hematological disorders.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and formulate treatment plans.
• Develop and manage treatment protocols for hematology care.

Skills

Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia

Clinical assessment

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Education

Basic medical degree from recognized institution

Post-qualification certification (USA: ABA, Canada: FRCPC, UK: GMC, Australia: FRACP)

Job description

Join SEHA Health System in Abu Dhabi as a Consultant in Pediatric Anesthesia

Why Join this leading Healthcare Institution?

• Specialized Practice – Treat complex pediatric cases
• Innovative Environment – Work with advanced treatment technologies.
• Attractive Package – Tax‑free salary, relocation support, and full healthcare coverage.

If you are a Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia Consultant and want to advance your career in a world‑class setting, apply today!

Summary

The Consultant in Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesia provides expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of anesthesia care for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents undergoing cardiac and cardiothoracic procedures.

Education/Qualification

Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.

• Basic medical degree from recognized institution
• Post‑qualification certification
  • USA: American Board of Anesthesia (ABA)
  • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate in Pediatric Anesthesia (FRCPC)
  • UK and Ireland: GMC/CCST Specialist Register in Pediatric Anesthesia
  • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal College in Pediatric Anesthesia (FRACP)

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience post‑board/equivalent certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland (CCST), United Kingdom (CCT) Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden or Switzerland.
• Sub‑Specialties: Minimum of two (2) years of experience post‑sub‑specialty certification in Austria, Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, or the UK.

License

• Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage infants, children, and adolescents with benign and malignant hematological disorders, including anemia, hemoglobinopathies, bleeding and clotting disorders, bone marrow failure syndromes, and pediatric hematologic malignancies.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, review medical histories, perform physical examinations, and formulate differential diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Interpret and evaluate laboratory investigations, bone marrow studies, coagulation profiles, transfusion requirements, genetic testing, and other specialized hematology diagnostics.
• Develop and manage individualized treatment plans, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood product support, anticoagulation therapy, and other hematology‑specific interventions as appropriate.
• Prescribe, review, and monitor medications and blood products in accordance with DOH and hospital guidelines.
• Provide consultation services to pediatric inpatient units, emergency departments, intensive care units, neonatal units, and other specialties within SEHA Health System.
• Accept and manage referrals from emergency services, inpatient units, outpatient clinics, primary care providers, and external hospitals.
• Lead inpatient ward rounds and outpatient clinics; review, reassess, and follow up on patients receiving hematology care.
• Perform and supervise hematology‑related procedures as appropriate, including bone marrow aspiration and biopsy.
• Monitor treatment outcomes, complications, and disease progression, modifying management plans as clinically indicated.
• Work closely with pediatricians, oncologists, pathologists, transfusion medicine specialists, geneticists, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated multidisciplinary care.
• Communicate clearly with patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, potential complications, and follow‑up plans.
• Provide counseling, education, and support to patients and families throughout diagnosis, treatment, and long‑term follow‑up.
• Promote a collaborative, team‑based approach to patient care within a multicultural healthcare environment.
• Supervise and oversee the clinical work of junior doctors, residents, fellows, and medical students.
• Provide clinical teaching, case discussions, and mentorship to junior medical staff and trainees.
• Participate in peer review, multidisciplinary meetings, morbidity and mortality reviews, and performance management activities.
• Contribute to the development of clinical pathways, treatment protocols, hematology programs, and service improvement initiatives within SEHA Health System.
• Assist with recruitment, orientation, credentialing, and professional development of medical staff as required.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation in accordance with hospital and DOH standards.
• Comply with hospital policies, informed consent requirements, patient safety standards, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement projects, clinical audits, research activities, safety reporting, and incident reviews to support continuous improvement in patient care.