Senior Resident - Critical Care

Key Responsibilities:

1. Clinical Duties:

• Manage critically ill patients in ICU (medical, surgical, cardiac, or mixed ICU).
• Perform initial assessment, diagnosis, and formulation of treatment plans.
• Monitor patients using advanced life support systems (ventilators, invasive monitoring, etc.).
• Perform procedures such as:
• Intubation and airway management
• Central venous catheter insertion
• Arterial line placement
• Chest tube insertion
• Basic and advanced life support (BLS/ACLS)
• Handle medical emergencies, including code blue situations.
• Ensure proper documentation of patient records and treatment plans.

2. ICU Management & Coordination:

• Work closely with consultants, nursing staff, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Participate in daily ICU rounds and case discussions.
• Coordinate with other departments for referrals and patient management.
• Ensure infection control protocols and ICU policies are strictly followed.

3. Academic Responsibilities:

• Participate in teaching MBBS students, interns, and junior residents.
• Present case discussions, seminars, and journal clubs.
• Assist in research activities, audits, and publications.

4. Administrative Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Assist in implementation of hospital protocols and quality standards.
• Participate in hospital committees when required.

5. Emergency & Shift Duties:

• Work in rotational shifts, including night duties.
• Be available for emergency calls and critical interventions.

Qualifications:

• MD/DNB in Anaesthesia
• Preference for candidates with training/fellowship in Critical Care.

Experience:

• 03 years of experience post MD/DNB (as per NMC norms for Senior Residency).
• Experience in ICU management preferred.