Junior Consultant - Intensivist

About this role

The Junior Consultant, Intensivist at The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja will deliver high‑quality critical care in the ICU under supervision, managing a defined caseload of severely ill patients and performing advanced procedures. The role involves working within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to teaching, quality improvement and research.

What you would do

• Lead daily multidisciplinary ICU rounds and contribute to evidence‑based management plans.
• Independently manage a defined caseload of critically ill patients under supervision.
• Perform and document daily patient assessments and interpret laboratory and radiological data.
• Prescribe and adjust complex pharmacological regimens following approved protocols with input from senior staff.
• Carry out invasive ICU procedures and assist in advanced procedures, ensuring infection control and post‑procedure monitoring.
• Lead rapid response and code blue events under guidance of the Consultant Anaesthetist.

What they are asking for

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Certification in Critical Care Medicine (fellowship or postgraduate diploma) from recognised health authorities.
• Board certification or completion of residency in Internal Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Emergency Medicine, or Pulmonary Medicine.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years post‑fellowship experience.
• Current and valid medical licence to practise.
• Demonstrated proficiency in airway management (direct and video laryngoscopy) and assisting with percutaneous tracheostomy.

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