Consultant Anesthetist and Intensivist at Sigma Consult

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
4 months ago

Additional Details

Job ID
138020
Job Views
44

Job Description






Work Schedule: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (One to Two Days Off Weekly)

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



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