Specialist Cardiac Surgeon

We're hiring | Specialist cardiac surgeon

Location: Dubai

Employment type: Full-time

We are seeking a highly skilled specialist cardiac surgeon to join our multidisciplinary team in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing and surgically treating patients with congenital and acquired cardiovascular diseases while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. The role involves performing complex cardiac surgical procedures, participating in multidisciplinary case discussions, and ensuring excellent clinical outcomes in accordance with DHA regulations and international standards.

Key responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cardiac and thoracic surgical conditions.

Perform a wide range of adult cardiac surgical procedures, including:

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)

Heart valve repair and replacement

Aortic aneurysm and dissection surgery

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery

Emergency cardiac surgical interventions

Provide comprehensive pre-operative assessment and post-operative management.

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings with cardiologists, intensivists, anesthesiologists, and allied healthcare professionals.

Manage critically ill cardiac surgery patients in the ICU.

Ensure accurate clinical documentation and maintain electronic medical records.

Respond promptly to emergency and on-call surgical cases.

Supervise and support junior physicians and other healthcare staff.

Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety programs.

Maintain compliance with DHA regulations, hospital policies, and international clinical standards.

Participate in continuing medical education (CME), research, and academic activities.

Requirements

Qualifications

MBBS or equivalent medical degree from a recognized institution.

Master's, doctorate, or equivalent qualification in cardiothoracic/cardiac surgery.

Completion of accredited specialist training in cardiac surgery.

Valid DHA license or DHA eligibility letter as a specialist cardiac surgeon (or eligibility to obtain one).

International board certification is preferred.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Annual air ticket for self (and eligible dependents as per hospital policy)

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave in accordance with UAE Labour Law and hospital policy

End-of-service benefits as per UAE Labour Law

CME allowance and paid study leave (as per hospital policy)

Professional license renewal support

Malpractice insurance coverage

Relocation assistance (where applicable)

Visa sponsorship for employee (and eligible dependents, if applicable)

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Modern work environment with advanced cardiac surgery facilities and multidisciplinary support teams