Consultant Anesthetist and Intensivist

Consultant Anesthetist and Intensivist

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM 6:00 PM (One to Two Days Off Weekly)
Industry: Healthcare / Hospital Services
Experience Level: 7 - 10 Years
Salary Range: 2,000,000 - 2,500,000 Gross Monthly

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, compassionate, and experienced Consultant Anesthetist and Intensivist to join our multidisciplinary clinical team. The successful candidate will deliver safe, evidence-based anesthesia and intensive care services, ensuring optimal patient outcomes before, during, and after surgical and medical procedures. The role requires a proactive professional with strong leadership skills, clinical excellence, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care within a dynamic hospital environment.

Key Responsibilities

Anesthesia & Perioperative Care

• Administer general, regional, and local anesthesia for surgical and diagnostic procedures.
  
  

• Monitor and manage patients vital signs and responses before, during, and after anesthesia.
  
  

• Provide expert postoperative recovery and pain control management.
  
  

• Assess patients medical histories to develop individualized anesthesia care plans.
  
  

• Ensure adherence to anesthesia safety protocols and best clinical practices.
  
  

Critical Care & Intensive Management

• Lead the management of critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
  
  

• Perform advanced life support, resuscitation, and stabilization for patients requiring ventilatory or hemodynamic support.
  
  

• Participate in multidisciplinary ICU ward rounds, clinical audits, and case discussions.
  
  

• Implement evidence-based critical care protocols and infection control standards.
  
  

Pain Management & Consultation

• Offer specialized consultation in the management of acute and chronic pain conditions.
  
  

• Conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations, risk assessments, and perioperative counseling.
  
  

• Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, and nursing staff to ensure integrated, patient-focused care.
  
  

Leadership, Training & Quality Assurance

• Supervise and mentor junior doctors, residents, and anesthesia technicians.
  
  

• Participate actively in morbidity/mortality reviews, audits, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  
  

• Contribute to medical education, clinical research, and professional development programs.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• MBBS or MD degree from a recognized and accredited medical institution.
  
  

• Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (FWACS) or the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FMCA/FMCP) in Anesthesia or equivalent.
  
  

• Valid practicing license from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
  
  

• Minimum of 7 - 10 years post-specialist qualification experience in a reputable healthcare facility.
  
  

• Proven expertise in general anesthesia, intensive care management, and pain therapy.
  
  

• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  
  

• Demonstrated leadership, professionalism, and ethical conduct under pressure.
  
  

Remuneration & Benefits

• Gross Monthly Salary: 2,000,000 - 2,500,000 (commensurate with experience)
  
  

• Comprehensive health insurance and pension plan
  
  

• Sponsored continuous professional development (CPD) and training opportunities
  
  

• Access to state-of-the-art medical equipment and modern facilities
  
  

• Supportive, collaborative, and innovative work environment
  
  

• Annual leave and other statutory employment benefits
  
  

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed CV, cover letter, and a copy of their valid professional license to: https://www.mysigma.io/jobs/consultant-anesthetist-and-intensivist/

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