Consultant Pediatric Intensivist

A "Consultant Pediatric Intensivist" is a highly specialized doctor with extensive training in pediatric critical care, responsible for managing the complex medical needs of critically ill infants, children, and adolescents within a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), providing expert clinical decision-making, overseeing patient care, supervising junior medical staff, and actively participating in research and quality improvement initiatives within the department. Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Care:
• Assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill pediatric patients requiring intensive care, including respiratory failure, shock, cardiac instability, neurological emergencies, and complex surgical complications.
• Perform complex procedures like intubation, central line placement, mechanical ventilation management, and other critical care interventions.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with specialists like surgeons, neonatologists, and nurses to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide ongoing monitoring and evaluation of patient status, making timely adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients' families, explaining complex medical conditions and treatment options in a clear and compassionate manner.
• Leadership and Supervision:
• Guide and mentor junior medical staff, including residents and fellows, in the management of critically ill pediatric patients
• Oversee the quality of care delivered within the PICU, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices
• Participate in clinical rounds and case discussions, providing expert opinions and guidance to the team
• Research and Quality Improvement:
• Actively participate in research projects related to pediatric critical care, including data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation
• Identify areas for quality improvement within the PICU and implement strategies to enhance patient outcomes
• Monitor and analyze clinical data to identify trends and potential areas for improvement
• On-Call Responsibilities:
• Provide immediate medical coverage for critically ill pediatric patients during designated on-call shifts
• Respond to emergency situations, including code blue activations, in the PICU and throughout the hospital

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of a medical degree (MD)
• Pediatric residency training
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
• Board certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
• Excellent clinical skills in managing critically ill pediatric patients
• Strong leadership and communication abilities
• Commitment to continuing medical education and staying updated on the latest advancements in pediatric critical care