Consultant Cardiac PICU

Job Overview

American Hospital Dubai is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Consultant in Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care to join its multidisciplinary paediatric cardiac care team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing specialised intensive care to neonates, infants, and children with complex congenital and acquired cardiac conditions, particularly those requiring critical care before and after cardiac surgery or other advanced cardiac interventions.

The role requires extensive experience in paediatric cardiac critical care, advanced haemodynamic management, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver safe, evidence-based, and family-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive intensive care management for critically ill neonates, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart disease.

Lead the perioperative intensive care management of paediatric patients undergoing congenital cardiac surgery and other cardiac interventions.

Manage complex cardiovascular conditions, including low cardiac output syndrome, haemodynamic instability, arrhythmias, and post-operative complications.

Provide advanced respiratory and cardiovascular support, including mechanical ventilation and vasoactive and inotropic therapy.

Assess and manage critically ill patients requiring advanced organ support, in collaboration with relevant specialist teams.

Coordinate care with paediatric cardiac surgeons, paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, intensivists, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.

Establish individualised treatment plans and ensure appropriate monitoring, timely interventions, and continuity of care.

Communicate effectively with families regarding clinical conditions, treatment plans, risks, and progress, while providing compassionate support during critical illness.

Maintain accurate medical records and comply with clinical governance, infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance standards.

Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Contribute to the education, supervision, and professional development of clinical colleagues where appropriate.

Essential Requirements

Recognised specialist qualification in Paediatrics, Paediatric Intensive Care, Paediatric Cardiology, or another relevant specialty, with appropriate advanced training in paediatric cardiac critical care.

Fellowship training or equivalent specialist experience in Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care.

Substantial post-specialisation clinical experience appropriate for appointment at Consultant level.

Demonstrable expertise in managing critically ill paediatric cardiac patients, particularly following congenital cardiac surgery.

Eligibility for Consultant-level licensure with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), in accordance with the applicable Professional Qualification Requirements (PQR).

Strong clinical leadership, decision-making, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.

Excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient safety and evidence-based clinical practice.

Desirable Criteria

Experience in a dedicated paediatric cardiac intensive care unit within a tertiary cardiac centre.

Experience managing complex congenital heart disease and post-operative cardiac surgical patients.

Familiarity with advanced haemodynamic monitoring, mechanical circulatory support, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), where applicable.

Experience in clinical education, research, clinical audit, and service development.

About American Hospital Dubai American Hospital Dubai is a leading private healthcare institution in the United Arab Emirates, providing a broad range of specialised medical and surgical services. The hospital is committed to clinical excellence, patient safety, multidisciplinary collaboration, and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the care of critically ill paediatric cardiac patients within a collaborative specialist healthcare environment. How to Apply Interested candidates are invited to submit an updated CV detailing their specialist qualifications, paediatric cardiac intensive care experience, relevant fellowship training, and current DHA licence or eligibility for licensure. Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Position: Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Employer: American Hospital Dubai Benefits Package As part of the employment package, American Hospital Dubai offers the following benefits: 4-Bedroom Villa Accommodation – Spacious family accommodation provided in Dubai. School Allowance – Educational support for eligible dependent children. Family Medical Insurance – Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for the physician and eligible family members. Family Visa Sponsorship – Visa sponsorship and support for eligible dependents. Annual Air Tickets – Air ticket allowance for the physician and eligible family members, in accordance with hospital policy. Annual Leave – Paid annual leave entitlement in accordance with the employment contract and applicable UAE regulations. CME Leave – Dedicated leave to support continuing medical education and professional development. Medical Malpractice Insurance – Professional medical malpractice coverage provided by the hospital.

Benefits Package As part of the employment package, American Hospital Dubai offers the following benefits: 4-Bedroom Villa Accommodation – Spacious family accommodation provided in Dubai. School Allowance – Educational support for eligible dependent children. Family Medical Insurance – Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for the physician and eligible family members. Family Visa Sponsorship – Visa sponsorship and support for eligible dependents. Annual Air Tickets – Air ticket allowance for the physician and eligible family members, in accordance with hospital policy. Annual Leave – Paid annual leave entitlement in accordance with the employment contract and applicable UAE regulations. CME Leave – Dedicated leave to support continuing medical education and professional development. Medical Malpractice Insurance – Professional medical malpractice coverage provided by the hospital.

As part of the employment package, American Hospital Dubai offers the following benefits:

4-Bedroom Villa Accommodation – Spacious family accommodation provided in Dubai.

School Allowance – Educational support for eligible dependent children.

Family Medical Insurance – Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for the physician and eligible family members.

Family Visa Sponsorship – Visa sponsorship and support for eligible dependents.

Annual Air Tickets – Air ticket allowance for the physician and eligible family members, in accordance with hospital policy.

Annual Leave – Paid annual leave entitlement in accordance with the employment contract and applicable UAE regulations.

CME Leave – Dedicated leave to support continuing medical education and professional development.

Medical Malpractice Insurance – Professional medical malpractice coverage provided by the hospital.