Specialist Interventional Cardiologist

Al Sharq Healthcare; Fujairah; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air Ticket Allowance

Medical and Life Insurance

CME Support

Job summary

Al Sharq Healthcare in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates, seeks a Specialist Interventional Cardiologist with fellowship training in Interventional Cardiology. You will perform diagnostic and therapeutic PCI, manage complex coronary cases, and participate in 24/7 STEMI service.

Ideal candidates have extensive experience in ACC/ACS management, intracoronary imaging, and catheterization skills, with readiness to work in a high-volume, multidisciplinary setting at our JCI-accredited hospital.

Qualifications

• Advanced competence in elective and emergency PCI, including STEMI primary PCI.
• Experience with complex coronary interventions (bifurcation, long, left-main).
• Familiarity with intracoronary imaging (IVUS/OCT) and physiology (FFR/iFR).

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterization and PCI.
• Manage elective and emergency PCI including STEMI and ACS.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgeons, intensivists, nurses and Cath-lab staff.
• Participate in 24/7 primary PCI/STEMI service and on-call rota.

Skills

Interventional Cardiology

PCI

IVUS/OCT

FFR/iFR

STEMI Care

Pacing & Pacemaker (desirable)

ACS & Heart Failure

Team Leadership

Education

Specialist Interventional Cardiology Fellowship

MBBS/MD/DO + Internal Medicine Residency

Tools

Imaging modalities

Job description

Al Sharq Healthcare is a wholly owned division of Fujairah National Group (FNG), which was established in 1994 as one of the largest diversified conglomerates in the Northern Emirates.

Al Sharq Healthcare is a premium healthcare brand with a focus on providing the highest standards of clinical excellence, customer service and ethical practice. The group manages two 100 bedded JCI accredited multi-specialty hospitals in the Emirate of Fujairah, alongside a number of large multi-specialty polyclinics, a marine medical division and a leading cosmetic surgery business. Our operations extend across the entire East Coast of the UAE, with additional branches in Dubai.

Looking for Specialist Interventional Cardiologist, who aspire to be a part of the winning team and get associated with leading hospital based here in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.

Eligibility Criteria

Education:

• Higher Professional Degree / Specialty certificate recognized by Ministry of Health in relevant area of specialization.
• Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or DO) followed by an Internal Medicine residency and a Cardiology fellowship.
• Subspecialty Training: Completed fellowship training specifically in Interventional Cardiology.
• In case you are holding active DHA/MOH/HADD license as Specialist Interventional Cardiology, you are welcome to apply for this position.
• In case you are going through eligibility process for DHA / MOH as Specialist Interventional Cardiology, you are also eligible to apply for this position.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of work experience since gaining higher qualification.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac catheterization and percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), including balloon angioplasty, coronary stenting and primary PCI.
• Independently manage elective and emergency PCI, including STEMI and acute coronary syndromes.
• Manage acute cardiac emergencies, including myocardial infarction, cardiogenic shock and other critical cardiac conditions.
• Evaluate and manage cardiology outpatients and inpatients, interpret relevant investigations and determine appropriate medical, interventional or surgical management.
• Participate in the 24/7 primary PCI/STEMI service and on-call Rota.
• Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiac surgeons, intensivists, nurses and Cath-lab technicians.

Essential Clinical & Interventional Skills

• Independent competency in elective and emergency PCI, including STEMI primary PCI – essential.
• Experience in complex coronary interventions, including bifurcation lesions, calcified and long lesions, left-main and high-risk PCI.
• Demonstrated competency in intracoronary imaging (IVUS and/or OCT) and coronary physiology assessment (FFR/iFR), including their application to PCI planning and optimization.
• Experience with thrombectomy when indicated and calcium-modification techniques, including rotational atherectomy and/or intravascular lithotripsy (IVL).
• Ability to recognize and independently manage PCI complications, including coronary perforation, dissection, no-reflow, acute vessel closure, cardiac tamponade and access-site bleeding, including emergency pericardiocentesis.
• Familiarity with IABP and mechanical circulatory support such as Impella, where available.
• Independent competency in temporary cardiac pacing; permanent pacemaker implantation experience is highly desirable and subject to appropriate credentialing.
• Strong clinical competency in ACS, heart failure, arrhythmias, cardiogenic shock, anticoagulation/antiplatelet therapy and CCU care.
• Competence in routine echocardiography; TEE competency would be an additional advantage.

Skill requirements:

• Strong clinical judgment and outstanding patient-management skills.
• Effective patient counselling and communication.
• Leadership skills appropriate for a high-functioning clinical team.
• Excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Attractive base salary + performed based incentives
• Support for CME and continuous professional development
• Air Ticket Allowance as per group policy
• Medical and Life Insurance as per group policy

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a leading JCI-accredited hospital renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care and safety.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a work-life balance tailored to support your career and personal life.