Cardiac Anaesthetist – Consultant at Alan & Grant

Job Description

• Our client is a tertiary healthcare facility providing specialised care in oncology, cardiovascular medicine, renal care, advanced surgery and diagnostic services.

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cardiac Anaesthetist to provide specialized anaesthetic and perioperative care for patients undergoing cardiac surgical and interventional procedures.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for preoperative assessment, administration and management of cardiac anaesthesia, intraoperative haemodynamic monitoring, postoperative stabilization, and critical care support.

Key Responsibilities
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• Conduct comprehensive pre-anaesthetic assessment and risk stratification of patients undergoing cardiac procedures.
• Develop and implement individualized anaesthetic plans for cardiac surgical and interventional procedures.
• Administer general and regional anaesthesia, sedation, and advanced perioperative techniques as clinically appropriate.
• Provide anaesthetic management for open-heart procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, and other major cardiac procedures.
• Manage patients requiring advanced haemodynamic monitoring and cardiovascular support during surgery.
• Manage difficult airways and perioperative emergencies, including cardiac arrest and major haemorrhage.
• Provide postoperative anaesthetic and critical care support for cardiac surgery patients.
• Collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons and perfusionists during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
• Participate in multidisciplinary cardiac team meetings and clinical decision making.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent).
• Fellowship in Anaesthesiology or equivalent recognized specialist qualification.
• Current medical registration and valid practising licence in country of practice, with eligibility for registration in Nigeria.
• Minimum of five (5) years of post-specialization experience, with significant experience in cardiac anaesthesia.
• Demonstrated experience in cardiac surgery, advanced haemodynamic monitoring, and perioperative critical care.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
• Open to qualified local and expatriate candidates.