Consultant Critical Care

About the CompanyStafmed is currently recruiting a highly experienced Consultant Critical Care Specialist with ECMO experience for an exciting full-time position with a leading hospital in the UAE.About the RoleWe are seeking a distinguished Consultant in Critical Care Medicine with strong expertise in managing critically ill patients and hands-on experience in Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO).The successful candidate will join a progressive clinical environment focused on delivering advanced critical care to patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure, supported by a multidisciplinary team and state-of-the-art medical technology.ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive care for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).Assess, diagnose, and manage complex and life-threatening medical conditions.Manage patients requiring advanced respiratory support, hemodynamic monitoring, and organ support.Provide clinical management of patients receiving ECMO support.Monitor ECMO patients and assess treatment response, complications, and clinical progress.Participate in ECMO initiation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and weaning, according to clinical expertise and hospital protocols.Manage patients with severe cardiac or respiratory failure who may require advanced life-support interventions.Collaborate with cardiac surgeons, intensivists, perfusionists, nurses, and other multidisciplinary specialists.Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for critically ill patients.Participate in clinical governance, audits, and patient safety initiatives.Support clinical education, training, and departmental development.QualificationsBoard certification in Critical Care Medicine, Intensive Care Medicine, or an equivalent recognised specialty.Recognised Tier 1 qualification, including ABMS, Canadian Royal College certification, UK CCT/CCST, or an equivalent recognised qualification, subject to applicable licensing requirements.Minimum 3–5 years of post-specialisation experience in Critical Care Medicine.Demonstrated hands-on experience in ECMO management.Experience managing patients with severe cardiac and respiratory failure.Eligibility for Consultant-level licensing with DHA, DOH, or MOHAP.Required SkillsExtensive experience managing critically ill patients in an ICU setting.Strong expertise in advanced critical care and organ support.Practical experience in managing patients receiving ECMO support.Knowledge of ECMO monitoring, complications, troubleshooting, and weaning.Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills.Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary critical care teams.Excellent communication and patient management skills.Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and continuous professional development.CompensationAn attractive tax-free package will be offered based on qualifications, clinical expertise, and experience.