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).