Consultant Cardiology

Job Description

The Consultant Cardiologist is responsible for delivering comprehensive, evidence-based cardiovascular care through clinical excellence, leadership, and multidisciplinary collaboration. The role encompasses the assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of acute and complex cardiovascular conditions, ensuring patient safety and optimal clinical outcomes. The Consultant Cardiologist leads quality improvement initiatives within the cardiology service, mentors junior physicians, and contributes to the strategic development of Bupa CareConnect's cardiovascular care capabilities across physical and virtual care settings.

Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments through detailed patient history, physical examination, and review of diagnostic investigations

• Interpret ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, cardiac imaging, and relevant laboratory results

• Formulate accurate and timely differential diagnoses aligned with evidence-based clinical guidelines

• Escalate complex or high-risk cardiovascular cases appropriately to tertiary services when indicated

• Maintain accurate and complete clinical documentation in the electronic health record system

Management and Treatment Planning

• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions

• Optimize pharmacological therapy and adjust treatment plans based on patient response and clinical evolution

• Provide continuity of care for patients across outpatient, virtual, and follow-up settings

• Coordinate referrals to internal specialists or tertiary centers when required

• Educate patients on their conditions, medications, and treatment expectations

Clinical Quality and Patient Safety

• Ensure strict adherence to clinical protocols, evidence-based guidelines, and patient safety standards

• Participate actively in clinical audits, peer reviews, and quality improvement initiatives

• Report, investigate, and manage clinical incidents and adverse events in a timely manner

• Support compliance with CBAHI, JCI, and applicable accreditation standards

• Contribute to risk management and patient safety improvement activities

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal medicine, emergency medicine, radiology, nursing, and allied health teams for integrated patient care

• Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and case discussions

• Maintain timely and professional communication with referring physicians and specialist teams

• Coordinate patient care transitions and continuity between care settings

• Provide clinical guidance and specialist support to other healthcare providers

Patient Experience and Education

• Educate patients and families on cardiovascular conditions, preventive care, lifestyle modifications, and treatment expectations

• Address patient concerns with empathy, clarity, and professionalism

• Monitor patient satisfaction feedback and participate in initiatives to improve patient experience

• Ensure patient confidentiality and protect personal health information in all interactions

• Provide patients with clear, actionable self-management guidance

Professional Development and Leadership

• Maintain active SCFHS professional licensure and comply with all continuing medical education (CME) requirements

• Stay updated on advancements in cardiology practice, clinical research, and emerging treatment modalities

• Mentor junior physicians and support their clinical and professional development

• Contribute to clinical governance activities and departmental strategic initiatives

• Participate in conferences, workshops, and specialty development programs

Skills

Technical Skills

• Advanced cardiovascular diagnostic skills including ECG interpretation, echocardiography, stress testing, and cardiac imaging

• Clinical management of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions including heart failure, arrhythmias, ischemic heart disease, and hypertension

• Proficiency in EMR systems, telemedicine platforms, and digital healthcare tools

• Evidence-based clinical decision-making and adherence to international cardiology guidelines

• Safe prescribing and medication optimization for complex cardiovascular patients

Managerial / Professional Skills

• Strong clinical leadership and mentoring capabilities for junior medical staff and registrars

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary collaboration

• Commitment to quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical governance

• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments

• Arabic and English language proficiency

Education

Medicine and Surgery