Posted on: Wed 27-11-2024

Deloitte Human Capital Consulting - Our client, the African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja), is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Intensivist (Consultant)

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full-time

About the Client

• The African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja), a quaternary-level multi-specialty medical institution developed by Afreximbank aims to revolutionize healthcare in Africa. Established to address critical gaps, the AMCE Abuja is committed to providing world-class care through innovative research, development, and education.
• The Centre will offer comprehensive services in oncology, haematology, cardiovascular care, and general healthcare across the continent, with plans for expansion. The construction phase, supported by global partners, precedes a phased rollout over six years, evolving into a 500-bed facility.
• Set to commence operations in early 2025, this flagship facility in Abuja is a key part of Afreximbank’s network of healthcare facilities, actively countering brain drain, reducing medical tourism by offering advanced procedures such as stem cell transplantation and state-of-the-art treatments for various diseases, and fostering employment opportunities. The vision for the AMCE initiative is to shape a healthier and more educated future for Africa.

Job Purpose

• The Intensivist (Consultant) is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team in providing advanced critical care to a diverse patient population, with a focus on complex cardiovascular conditions.
• The Intensivist (Consultant) utilizes evidence-based practices and advanced technologies to optimize patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with other professionals in AMCE to ensure seamless care delivery and improve patient safety.
• This role requires a strong clinical background, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to patient care.

Core Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence:

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based critical care to critically ill patients, including those undergoing complex cardiovascular procedures.
• Oversee the management of patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)/CCU/PACU, ensuring optimal care, timely interventions, and adherence to best practices.
• Accurately diagnose and effectively treat a wide range of critical illnesses, such as sepsis, acute respiratory failure, and cardiac arrest.
• Collaborate seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team of specialists to develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.
• Perform advanced life support procedures, including intubation, mechanical ventilation, and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), with precision and efficiency.

Leadership and Quality Improvement:

• Lead and mentor a team of junior doctors and nurses, fostering a culture of excellence, patient safety, and continuous learning.
• Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments to optimize patient flow, resource utilization, and overall operational efficiency.
• Represent the department on relevant committees and participate in hospital-wide initiatives to shape the future of critical care.

Research and Education:

• Engage in cutting-edge clinical research activities, including participating in clinical trials and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
• Contribute to the education and training of medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering the next generation of critical care specialists.
• Share expertise through lectures, presentations, and workshops at conferences and symposia.

Requirements
Educational Qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MBBS, MBChB or its equivalent) from a recognised Institution.
• Postgraduate fellowship training in Anesthesia/Intensive care medicine or a related specialty

Professional Requirements:

• Registration with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
• Current medical license
• Membership in relevant professional organizations

Experience Requirements:

• 5-7 years of clinical experience as a consultant Intensivist
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Expertise in a wide range of cardiac surgical procedures
• Experience in managing complex cardiac cases and postoperative care
• Experience in clinical research and publications (preferred)

Knowledge Requirements:

• Understanding of the cardiovascular system, including heart function, blood flow, and hemodynamics.
• Strong foundation in internal medicine or surgery, including disease processes, diagnostic tests, and medical/surgical management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacotherapy, including drug interactions, adverse effects, and dosing adjustments in critically ill patients.
• Understanding of evidence-based medicine and the ability to critically appraise medical literature.
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and the ability to implement quality improvement initiatives.

Skill Requirements 

• Proficiency in performing advanced life support procedures, including intubation, central line placement, and arterial line insertion.
• Ability to accurately diagnose and manage a wide range of critical illnesses, including cardiac, pulmonary, and neurological conditions.
• Proficiency in using medical equipment, including ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps.

Personal Abilities:

• The ability to empathize with patients and their families.
• Shares the AMCE’s vision.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of patient care.
• Ability to manage stress and work under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and unexpected challenges.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of healthcare professionals.
• An ability to analyze complex clinical situations and make timely decisions.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: African Medical Centre of Excellence, Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.

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