Pediatric Cardiac Surgeons - Shape the Future of Heart Surgery in KSA

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex paediatric cardiac surgeries, including correction of congenital heart defects, open-heart procedures, valve repairs and replacements, arterial switch operations, Tetralogy of Fallot repair, and other advanced cardiac interventions.
• Provide comprehensive pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care for paediatric cardiac surgery patients.
• Manage critically ill patients in the Paediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (PCICU) in collaboration with intensivists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, review diagnostic investigations, and develop individualized surgical treatment plans.
• Collaborate with paediatric cardiologists, cardiac anaesthesiologists, perfusionists, intensivists, radiologists, and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in emergency cardiac surgery services and on-call rotations as required.
• Monitor patient recovery through outpatient follow-up clinics and long-term postoperative care.
• Counsel patients' families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, surgical risks, expected outcomes, and long-term management.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive medical records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, morbidity and mortality conferences, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to clinical research, publications, and continuing medical education activities.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior surgeons, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, patient safety standards, ethical guidelines, and evidence-based clinical practices.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Completion of a recognized Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Cardiac Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Board Certification (American Board, FRCS, Arab Board, European Board, or equivalent).
• Eligibility for consultant registration with the relevant Saudi healthcare regulatory authority.

Experience

• Minimum of 5–10 years of post-fellowship experience as a Consultant Paediatric Cardiac Surgeon.
• Extensive experience performing complex congenital and paediatric cardiac surgical procedures.
• Proven track record of excellent surgical outcomes in high-volume tertiary care or academic medical centers.
• Previous GCC experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced expertise in congenital and paediatric cardiac surgery.
• Excellent operative, clinical decision-making, and critical care management skills.
• Strong leadership and multidisciplinary teamwork abilities.
• Exceptional communication and family counseling skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, research, and continuous professional development.
• High standards of professionalism, ethics, and patient-centered care.
• Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Fully furnished accommodation or housing allowance.
• Annual air tickets for the consultant and eligible dependents.
• Comprehensive medical insurance.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and professional development support.
• End-of-service benefits in accordance with Saudi Labour Law.
• Opportunity to work in internationally accredited healthcare facilities equipped with advanced paediatric cardiac surgical technology.