Critical Care Consultant / Intensivist

Clinical Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical care of critically ill medical, surgical, trauma, cardiac, and post-operative patients in the ICU.
• Perform advanced procedures such as endotracheal intubation, central venous access, arterial line insertion, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and other ICU interventions.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as per evolving clinical conditions.
• Coordinate closely with consultants from other departments (Cardiology, Nephrology, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, etc.) for integrated critical care.
• Participate in the management of Code Blue and rapid response situations throughout the hospital.
• Ensure evidence-based use of antibiotics, sedation, and other ICU medications in accordance with hospital protocols.

Supervision & Coordination

• Supervise junior doctors, residents, nurses, and respiratory therapists working in the ICU.
• Conduct daily multidisciplinary rounds to ensure holistic patient management.
• Maintain ICU discipline, infection control, and equipment readiness at all times.
• Coordinate with the biomedical and nursing teams for the upkeep and calibration of critical care equipment.

Administrative & Academic Contributions

• Maintain detailed and accurate ICU documentation, progress notes, and handover reports.
• Participate in clinical audits, mortality reviews, and infection control meetings.
• Develop and update ICU protocols, care bundles, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct regular training sessions, mock drills, and CME programs for doctors and nursing staff.
• Support hospital initiatives in quality assurance, NABH accreditation, and emergency preparedness.

Patient & Family Engagement

• Provide clear communication and counselling to patient relatives regarding prognosis, treatment progress, and ICU procedures.
• Uphold confidentiality, empathy, and compassion while dealing with families in critical situations.

We will also require a Critical Care Consultant for our Deoghar Unit wef Jan, 2026.