About the Role
The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a premier 500-bed specialty hospital delivering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, alongside general medical services, research, and education. Developed by Afreximbank in clinical partnership with Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, AMCE Abuja is the first of five planned centres transforming healthcare across Africa. We are seeking an exceptional Lead Cardiologist to drive our cardiovascular programme and provide transformative clinical and operational leadership.
Key Responsibilities- Provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings.
- Drive strategic development, clinical pathways, and service improvement initiatives for AMCE's cardiology programme, enhancing patient flow and clinical outcomes.
- Ensure stringent adherence to clinical governance, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, patient safety standards, and continuous audit protocols.
- Lead, mentor, and supervise consultants, residents, cardiac physiologists, nurses, and allied health professionals while fostering an academic and research-driven environment.
- Collaborate across specialties including cardiac diagnostics, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and intensive care to deliver integrated patient-centred care.
- Medical Degree (MBBS, MBBCh, MD, or equivalent) from a recognised institution with completed specialist fellowship or residency training in Cardiology.
- Valid medical licence and specialist registration with the appropriate national or international regulatory body.
- Minimum of 10 years of consultant-level experience in cardiology practice within a tertiary hospital or advanced cardiac centre.
- Essential certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and proven expertise in clinical leadership and healthcare management.
- Additional qualifications in interventional cardiology, heart failure, cardiac imaging, or healthcare administration will be an added advantage.
- Competitive, globally benchmarked remuneration package with comprehensive medical coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth, academic research, and collaboration with international clinical partners.
- State-of-the-art facilities and advanced medical technology in a premier African healthcare institution.
- Relocation assistance and support for international candidates joining our Abuja facility.