Cardiac Anaesthetist – Consultant at Ascentech Services Limited

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.
• The role will work closely with cardiac surgeons, perfusionists, intensivists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary cardiac team to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of cardiac anaesthesia protocols and clinical pathways.
• Supervise and mentor junior anaesthesia staff and other relevant healthcare professionals.
• Maintain complete and accurate anaesthesia and perioperative documentation.
• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, quality improvement initiatives, and accreditation activities.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, medication safety, and applicable regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent).
• Fellowship in Anaesthesiology or equivalent recognized specialist qualification.
• Current medical registration and valid practising licence in the 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.
• Advanced airway management and resuscitation skills.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification; advanced cardiac or critical care certification is an added advantage.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.