Consultant Cardiac Anesthesiologist

Position Overview

A leading cardiac center in Qassim is seeking a Consultant Cardiac Anesthesiologist with expertise in adult and pediatric cardiac cases, including complex congenital heart surgeries.

This role is ideal for a Western-trained or internationally certified consultant experienced in high-acuity cardiac anesthesia, perioperative critical care, and multidisciplinary cardiac teams.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties

• Provide anesthesia for:
  • Adult cardiac surgeries (CABG, valve replacement/repair, aortic surgery)
  • Pediatric and neonatal cardiac surgery
  • Congenital heart disease interventions
• Perform and interpret intraoperative TEE (Transesophageal Echocardiography).
• Manage perioperative hemodynamics in high-risk cardiac patients.
• Lead anesthesia planning in ECMO and cardiopulmonary bypass cases.
• Participate in pediatric cardiac cath lab procedures.
• Oversee post-operative cardiac ICU transitions.

Leadership & Quality

• Contribute to cardiac anesthesia protocols.
• Participate in morbidity & mortality meetings.
• Supervise junior anesthetists and residents.
• Ensure compliance with hospital and Saudi regulatory standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Board Certification in Anesthesiology.
• Fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesia (Adult & Pediatric preferred).
• Minimum 3-5 years post-board experience at Consultant level.
• Experience in pediatric congenital cardiac anesthesia is mandatory.
• Eligible for or holding Consultant classification with
  Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).
• Advanced TEE certification preferred.
• Experience in tertiary or academic cardiac centers.
• Fluency in English (Arabic advantageous).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary (Consultant level).
• Performance incentives (if private sector).
• Family medical insurance.
• Annual leave + paid holidays.
• CME allowance.
• Relocation & visa support.
• Housing or housing allowance.

About Qassim

Qassim is a well-established central Saudi region known for:

• Family-oriented lifestyle
• Lower cost of living compared to Riyadh/Jeddah
• Growing tertiary healthcare infrastructure
• Strong demand for subspecialty consultants

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Confident managing neonatal to adult cardiac cases independently.
• Strong ICU collaboration skills.
• Comfortable in high-volume surgical environments.
• Long-term commitment mindset (2+ years preferred).

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

• Updated CV (including cardiac case exposure details)
• Copy of Board Certification
• Fellowship certificates (Cardiac Anesthesia)
• SCFHS classification status (if available)
• Notice period / availability timeline

Please send applications quoting Job Reference: CCA-QAS-2026-03 to:

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.