Consultant Anesthetist and Intensivist at Sigma Consult

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
11 days ago

Additional Details

Job ID
138020
Job Views
29

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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