Intensivist at Sigma Consulting Group

Sigma Consulting group is a premier advisory firm offering bespoke recruitment and strategic business solutions across Africa

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intensivist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Reports To: Chief of Critical Care Medicine

Position Overview

• The Intensivist is responsible for the comprehensive care of patients in the Intensive Care Unit.
• This role requires specialized knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and treatment of critically ill patients.

Key Responsibilities
Patient Care:

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients.
• Perform procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and mechanical ventilation management.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to formulate treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary.

Team Collaboration:

• Work closely with other healthcare professionals including nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other physicians.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to team decisions.
• Provide guidance and supervision to junior medical staff and residents.

Education and Research:

• Engage in continuous learning and stay updated with advancements in critical care medicine.
• Participate in research projects and contribute to scientific literature.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows.

Quality Improvement:

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.
• Adhere to and promote ICU protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Critical Care Medicine.
• Valid and active medical license.
• Proven experience in an ICU setting.

Skills:

• Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of critical care medicine.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a high-stress environment.

Working Conditions:

• The position requires long hours and shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The role involves exposure to patients with infectious diseases.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform physically demanding procedures.
• Stamina to work long hours under stressful conditions.

Salary
N1,000,000 / month.

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2024.