Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

Job Purpose

• The Consultant Emergency Medicine Physician will provide expert clinical leadership and deliver high-quality, urgent medical care to a diverse patient population. The role holder will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and stabilization of patients presenting with acute illnesses and injuries. He/ She will supervise the Emergency Department (ED) team, ensure efficient patient flow, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety and clinical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care

• Provide immediate and definitive medical care to critically ill and injured patients of all ages.
• Lead and coordinate complex resuscitation efforts (e.g., trauma, cardiac arrest, sepsis).
• Perform a wide range of emergency procedures (e.g., intubation, central line insertion, chest tube thoracostomy, fracture reduction) with a high degree of skill.
• Interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory results, ECGs, and radiographic imaging (CT, X-ray, Ultrasound).
• Make decisive decisions regarding patient admission, transfer, or discharge.

Team Supervision & Training

• Provide direct clinical supervision and guidance to junior doctors, medical officers, nurses, and other emergency department staff.
• Lead daily clinical rounds and handover meetings.
• Act as a key educator, facilitating training sessions and simulation drills to enhance team capabilities.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.

Departmental Operations & Governance

• Participate in the development, implementation, and audit of clinical protocols, pathways, and guidelines based on international best practices.
• Contribute to strategic planning and resource allocation for the Emergency Department.
• Ensure the department operates in compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and hospital policies.
• Champion patient safety initiatives and risk management processes.

Quality Improvement & Advocacy

• Lead and participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, and quality improvement projects.
• Analyse departmental performance metrics and implement strategies to improve patient flow, waiting times, and clinical outcomes.
• Advocate for patients and the department within the hospital system.
• Stay abreast of and integrate the latest evidence-based advances in emergency medicine.

Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Full registration and a valid license to practice with the national medical council.
• Fellowship or Board Certification in Emergency Medicine from a recognized international body.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of post-certification experience working as a specialist in Emergency Medicine.
• Proven experience in a high-acuity, high-volume Emergency Department setting, preferably within an international or tertiary care centre.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in supervising and training a multidisciplinary team.
• Expertise in advanced life support, trauma management, and acute medical emergencies.
• Proficiency in using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) in the ED.
• Strong familiarity with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and crisis management skills.
• A commitment to ethical medical practice and continuous professional development.