Job SummaryThe Consultant - Intensivist/Critical Care is reponsible for treating critically ill and injured patients, particularly trauma victims and patients with multiple organ dysfunctions, establishing effective patient care plans, and referring patients to the appropriate specialists. The position holder should be highly trained with proven experience of effectively working in a similar urgent care setting.Job Responsibilities 1Assessing patients in cases of hemodynamic instability (hypertension/hypotension), airway or respiratory compromise (such as ventilator support), acute renal failure, potentially lethal cardiac dysrhythmias, and frequently the cumulative effects of multiple organ system failure, and other critical illnesses.Conducting follow-up visits to monitor the patient's condition.Requesting the appropriate medical tests and based on them, following a treatment plan.Developing effective patient care plans.Referring patients to appropriate specialists.Ensuring that patients are stable before transferring them to the proper department for further evaluation.Providing instructions for discharge and any relevant paperwork.Maintaining patients' medical records.Coordinating with different concerned departments to ensure patients receive the necessary treatment.Job Responsibilities 2Actively participate in the planning and implementation of the department development plans and the different manpower training programs for the medical, technical and nursing staff in his/her area of expertise.Participating in the various committees for the upgrading of services and organization of work within and outside the hospital.Participating in scheduling of on-call duties and provides on-call services.Participating in the assessment and updating of drug, medical supply and equipment needs.Participating in all relevant research activities related to their expertise.Performs special procedures as privileged.Adheres to policies, guidelines, plans and programs of the organization.Performs other duties as assigned/directed by the Head of the department.Additional Responsibilities 3Job Knowledge & SkillsWith valid medical license to practice in country of residence.Patient-centricExcellent and effective communication skills to explain complex medical information, procedures, answer questions to patients and their families.Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.Perfect vision and visuospatial awareness.Supervise fellows, staff/assistant physicians and residents and with the collaborative ability to work well alone as well as within a team.ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.Job ExperienceMinimum of 6 years of experience in the similar role/setting in accredited healthcare facility.3 years in GCC is preferredCompetenciesAccountabilityCollaborationCreates Strategy - AdvancedDevelops Future Leaders - AdvancedDrives Performance - AdvancedLeadershipQualityResilienceEducationDoctoral degreeBachelor's Degree in Doctor of Medicine
