Senior Physician/Intensivist

Role overview

The Senior Physician/Intensivist will lead the clinical management of critically ill patients in the ICU, providing expert diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring for patients with life-threatening conditions. The role requires close collaboration with surgical, anesthesia, emergency, and specialty teams to ensure timely, evidence-based, and compassionate critical care.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive clinical management of critically ill and post-operative patients admitted to the ICU/HDU
Lead multidisciplinary rounds, coordinating care with surgeons, anesthetists, nursing staff, and allied specialists
Perform and supervise critical care procedures (e.g., central line insertion, mechanical ventilation management, hemodynamic monitoring, advanced airway management)
Develop and enforce ICU protocols, sepsis bundles, and infection-control practices aligned with international standards
Oversee triage and admission/discharge decisions for the ICU in coordination with the Emergency Department
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to ensure 24/7 senior physician coverage
Mentor and supervise junior doctors, medical officers, and ICU nursing staff
Engage in quality improvement initiatives, mortality/morbidity reviews, and clinical audits
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in line with hospital and regulatory (Ministry of Health, UMDPC) requirements
Support family communication and end-of-life care discussions with sensitivity and professionalism
Contribute to hospital accreditation and licensing readiness for Critical Care services
Qualifications

MBChB or equivalent medical degree, with postgraduate specialization in Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonology, Anaesthesiology (with critical care focus), or Internal Medicine with ICU fellowship/training
Valid registration/license with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC), or eligibility for registration
ACLS/ATLS/FCCS certification (or equivalent) required; additional critical care certifications preferred
Demonstrated competence in ventilator management, hemodynamic support, and management of septic, cardiac, respiratory, and multi-organ failure patients
Strong leadership, communication, and inter-professional collaboration skills
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
Experience

Minimum 5+ years of post-residency clinical experience, with significant time in an ICU/critical care setting