Interventional Cardiologist

Job Title

Interventional Cardiologist / Consultant/ Specialist Interventional Cardiologist

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventional cardiology procedures.
• Coronary angiography
• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) / angioplasty & stenting
• Valvuloplasty (aortic, mitral, pulmonary)
• Emergency interventional procedures (e.g. primary PCI for ST-elevation MI, pericardiocentesis, emergent balloon valvotomy, IABP insertion)
• Oversee / work in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, ensuring its smooth operation, oversight of technical staff, lab safety, and adherence to protocols.
• Manage both inpatient and outpatient cardiology care in the interventional domain: pre-procedure assessment, post-procedure follow-up, emergency care.
• Interpret diagnostic tests & imaging (ECG, echocardiogram, stress tests, Holter, etc.), integrate with patient history to develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams — cardiac surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, nursing, catheter lab techs, support staff.

Qualifications & Experience

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) recognized by UAE health authorities.
• Higher specialty qualification in Cardiology + Board / Fellowship certification in Interventional Cardiology.
• Minimum post-certification clinical experience; typical roles ask for 3-5 years or more after interventional fellowship or post board, especially for consultant level.
• Proven track record of performing a variety of interventional procedures, managing complex cases.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, ability to work under pressure, good decision-making.

Regulatory Standards

• Meet health authority requirements for interventional cardiology services such as staffing, on-call coverage, facility requirements.
• The facility/operator must comply with standards for cath lab operations, equipment, emergency backup (surgical backup for bypass, etc.), safety, documentation.

Work Conditions & Typical Benefits

• Full-time role, often including on-call responsibilities and emergency coverage.
• Work in high-technology environment, modern cath labs, diagnostic and imaging equipment.
• Team environment with support staff (nurses, cath lab techs, technicians, administrative staff).

Benefits often include:

• Competitive salary (often substantially higher for consultant/experienced interventional cardiologists) — may include base + incentives.
• Medical insurance
• Accommodation or housing allowance
• Annual leave + air ticket (often to home country)
• Educational leave or support for continuing medical education
• Family benefits (if applicable)
• Vehicle/transport allowance, or travel support.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED75,000.00 - AED85,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid Medical License to work in the UAE?