Consultant Interventional Cardiologist at African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) – Abuja

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) is recruiting a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist in Abuja to assess, diagnose and treat patients with cardiovascular disease, particularly those requiring catheter-based interventions.

Role level: GL 5A.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic right- and left-heart catheterisations and interventional procedures, including angioplasty and primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
• Undertake structural heart procedures, including atrial and ventricular septal defect closures, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) and MitraClip procedures.
• Explain procedures and diagnostic findings to patients, discuss risks and benefits, and take responsibility for discharge approvals, follow-up and medical reports.
• Work with colleagues to deliver timely, high-quality care and support the hospital’s and department’s objectives, including staff leadership and training in interventional cardiology.
• Participate in clinical research, review interventional cardiology policies and procedures, and recommend practices that can improve patient outcomes.
• Interpret complex test results and explain diagnoses, treatment options and preparation requirements to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Support clinical governance, regulatory compliance and responsible monitoring of departmental resources, supplies and expenses.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS, MBBCh or MD) from a recognised medical school.
• Completed fellowship or residency in Cardiology at a reputable institution.
• Valid medical licence.
• Five years of experience as a consultant in interventional cardiology.
• Experience building effective partnerships with medical colleagues and taking independent responsibility for patient care.
• Specialist skills training in percutaneous coronary intervention. Electrophysiology experience is an advantage.