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

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 170-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular services, haematology, and general medical and surgical services. It is complemented by research and education facilities. AMCE provides exceptional medical care to people on the  African continent, regardless of their financial means.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Consultant Interventional Cardiologist

Location: Abuja

Job Purpose

• The Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist will provide the highest standard of clinical care in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients with cardiovascular disease, particularly those requiring interventional procedures.
• The consultant will perform catheter-based interventions including diagnostic right and left heart catheterizations, angioplasty including primary PCI, and structural heart disease procedures such as ASD, VSD closures, TAVI, and Mitral Clip procedures.
• The role holder will also play a central role in strategic development, quality improvement, research, and education within the department.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Clinical Care and Leadership:

• Take leadership in the explanation of procedures and diagnostic results with patients.
• Take ownership in approving the discharge, follow-up, medical reports of patients.
• Take ownership of collaboration with colleagues to deliver a high quality, timely service and to work towards meeting the AMCE’s and departmental objectives.
• Provide leadership and training for staff in relation to interventional cardiology.
• Discuss the risks and benefits associated with any potential interventional procedure and how they would benefit the patient.

Strategic Development:

• Participate in clinical research in order to develop new interventional cardiology techniques for treating disease.
• Assist in the review of current policies/procedures relating to interventional cardiology, offering advice on new practices that could be implemented within the department.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve patient outcomes.
• Interpret complex test results, using information to provide diagnosis and treatment options to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Explain to patients how they can prepare for any procedures that are to be carried out.

Governance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure correct governance arrangements, which include the management of finance and regulatory activity where appropriate.
• Assist In the monitoring of resource utilisation, supplies and expenses ensuring that this complies with organisational parameters.
• Ensure personal and departmental compliance with the applicable statutory guidance, carrying out practices that meet the statutory regulations and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBBCh, MD) from a recognized medical school.
• Completed Fellowship or Residency in Cardiology from a reputable institution.
• Valid medical license

Experience:

• Extensive experience (5 -7 years) as a consultant interventional cardiology.
• Extensive experience and successful track record of building effective partnerships with medical colleagues.
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients.
• Special skills training in percutaneous coronary intervention.
• Experience in electrophysiology well be a bonus.

Application Closing Date
5th February, 2026.