NMC Healthcare presently has a job opening for suitably qualified and experienced candidate for position of a Consultant/Specialist Interventional Radiology (PL) at NMC – Corporate, Alain Tower, Abu Dhabi, AE. This is an Intermediate level full time role. For this position salary ranges from 20000-45000 AED, which may be slightly negotiable during the interview process.

Responsibilities of Consultant/Specialist Interventional Radiology

• Perform and interpret diagnostic imaging studies including X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, and ultrasound to diagnose medical conditions accurately.
• Plan and perform a variety of minimally invasive interventional procedures such as angiography, embolization, biopsies, drainages, and stent placements.
• Expertise in vascular as well as non-vascular procedures including percutaneous liver, renal and lung tumour ablation, biopsy, PTBD and stenting 4. Collaborate closely with referring physicians to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of patients throughout all procedures, providing clear explanations and answering any questions or concerns.
• Monitor patients for any adverse reactions or complications during and after procedures, taking prompt action as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and contribute expertise to patient management.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in interventional radiology techniques, equipment, and research, integrating new knowledge into clinical practice.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records, documentation, and billing information in compliance with regulatory standards and institutional policies.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.
• General Vascular Interventional procedures.
• Laser Ablation Of Varicose Veins.
• Peripheral Vascular Diseases Including Diabetic Foot (Aortoiliac, Femoropopliteal
• Tibial And Pedal Angioplasty And Stenting)Intra-Arterial Catheter Directed Thrombolysis In Acute Limb Ischemia Using Urokinase Or Rt-PA.
• Intravenous Catheter Directed Thrombolysis In Acute Deep Venous Thrombosis And IVC Filters Placement.
• Venous Angioplasty And Stenting In Venous Compression Syndromes
• Malignant Venous Obstruction
• Central Venous Obstruction
• Angioplasty In Vasculitis Like Takayasu Using Cutting Balloons
• Embolization For Arteriovenous Malformations
• Sclerotherapy For Isolated Perforator Incompetence In Lower Limb Varicosities And In Venolymphatic Malformations.

Neuro Interventional Procedures

• Cerebral angiography.
• Mechanical thrombectomy for acute stroke.
• Carotid artery stenting for stroke.
• Angioplasty and stenting for intracranial arteries for stroke.
• Endovascular embolization/coiling for intracranial (brain) Aneurysms
• Arterio-venous malformations
• Arteriovenous fistula of brain vessels.
• Endovascular embolization for Carotico-Cavernous Fistulas.
• Endovascular embolisation for various spinal vascular malformations.
• Intra-arterial chemotherapy for Retinoblastoma.
• Embolisation for Vein of Galen Malformation (VGAM).
• Endovascular embolization/coiling for bleeding neck and brain vessels.
• Endovascular embolization for recurrent subdural hematoma.
• Mechanical thrombectomy for cerebral venous sinus thrombosis.
• Stenting for dural sinus stenting.Pre-operative embolization for head, neck and spinal tumors to reduce operative blood loss.
• Inferior petrosal sinus sampling for pituitary adenoma diagnosis.
• Kyphoplasty and vertebroplasty for chronic back pain due to vertebral collapse.
• Ablation for painful spinal metastases and osteoid osteoma.
• Urological / Nephrological Interventional procedures.
• Embolization Of Post PCNL And Post Biopsy Hematuria.
• Pre-Operative Embolization For Renal Cell Carcinoma.
• Embolization Of Renal Tumors Like Angiomyolipoma.
• Percutaneous Nephrostomy And Antegrade Ureteric Stenting In Malignant Ureteric Obstruction.
• Prostatic artery embolization for BPH Varicocele embolization Transjugular renal biopsy
• Embolisation of chylous post operative collections Dialysis related interventions
• Routine and difficult dialysis access insertion including dialysis catheters and perm cath
• Central venoplasty including stenting for poor flow and SVC syndrome
• AV fistuloplasty / thrombolysis

Pulmonary and Thoracic interventional Procedures

• Bronchial And Non-Bronchial Systemic Artery Embolization In Haemoptysis.
• Biopsy / pleurodesis for recurrent pleural effusions/ Tracheal stenting
• Pleural effusion aspiration / drainage
• Embolisation for chylothorax
• Gastroenterology and hepatology Interventional Procedures.
• Emergency bleed embolization
• Pre-Operative Embolization For Highly Vascular Tumors, Ruptured Liver Tumors, Chemoembolization of HCC
• Portal vein embolization for hepatic resection, Transjugular liver biopsies
• PTBD +/-  stenting for biliary obstruction.
• TIPS for variceal bleed , recurrent ascites (TIPS)
• Shunt occlusions (BRTO ,PARTO, CARTO) in bleed , recurrent encephalopathy
• Interventions in Budd chiari syndrome including hepatic vein recanalisation , IVC venoplasty or stenting , DIPS
• Thrombolysis ,angioplasty or stenting of mesenteric ishaemia
• Pancreatic collection drainage
• Gynecological Interventional Procedures
• Embolization For Primary And Delayed Post-Partum Hemorrhage.
• Embolization Of Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids Using PVA Particles.
• Prophylactic bilateral iliac balloon placement In High Risk PPH Cases Like Placental Abnormalities/ Fibroid Complicating Pregnancy.
• Fallopian Tube Recanalization For Tubal Blocks.
• Embolisation for pelvic congestion syndrome.
• Onco- interventions
• Biopsies / FNAC / imprint smear from tumours
• HCC treatment including RFA , MWA, TACE, PEI.
• Ablation of other tumors.
• Palliative interventions like ablation of bony metastases / nerve blocks / Chemo port insertion.
• Embolization of post operative / tumoral bleeds Aortic interventions.
• Endovascular thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysm stenting.
• Endogean embolization.

Requirements for Role of Consultant/Specialist Interventional Radiology

• Medical degree from an accredited institution and completion of residency training in diagnostic radiology.
• Board certification or eligibility in diagnostic radiology and interventional radiology.
• Fellowship/DM/CCT training in Interventional Radiology from an accredited program with minimum 3 years Residency Training.
• Current state medical license and eligibility for medical staff privileges at affiliated hospitals or healthcare facilities.

Skills And Knowledge Desired