Attending Consultant- PICU

Max Healthcare; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Max Super Speciality Hospital in Shalimar Bagh, Delhi, invites applications for a PICU Doctor. The role spans attending/associate consultant or senior resident levels, focused on critical paediatric care in the PICU.

The physician will provide comprehensive care to critically ill children, manage emergencies and ventilation, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team. MD/DNB in Paediatrics with Peds critical care training preferred; NMC/State registration required.

Qualifications

• MD or DNB in Paediatrics.
• Fellowship in Paediatric Critical Care preferred for specialist positions.
• Registration with National Medical Commission/State Medical Council.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to critically ill infants and children in PICU.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric emergencies and critical conditions.
• Monitor vital signs, clinical status, and treatment response.
• Manage respiratory failure, shock, sepsis, seizures and other critical conditions.
• Perform or assist procedures like endotracheal intubation, central/arterial line insertion.
• Oversee mechanical ventilation and other life-support interventions.
• Coordinate with paediatricians, intensivists, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Document findings, plans, and patient progress; communicate with families.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment

Decision-making skills

Paediatric emergency management

Advanced life support

Communication and teamwork

Education

MD/DNB in Paediatrics

Fellowship in Paediatric Critical Care (preferred)

Job description

Job Description – PICU Doctor

Department: Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Designation:Attending Consultant / Associate Consultant / Senior Resident
Location: Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, Delhi

Job Summary

To provide comprehensive medical care to critically ill infants and children in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), ensuring timely diagnosis, effective treatment, continuous monitoring, and management of paediatric emergencies and life‑threatening conditions.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to critically ill infants and children admitted to the PICU.

• Assess, diagnose, and manage paediatric emergencies and critical medical conditions.

• Monitor patients’ vital signs, clinical status, and response to treatment.

• Manage respiratory failure, shock, sepsis, seizures, and other critical conditions.

• Perform or assist in procedures such as endotracheal intubation, central line insertion, and arterial line insertion, as per competency and hospital privileges.

• Manage mechanical ventilation and other advanced life-support interventions.

• Coordinate with paediatricians, intensivists, nursing staff, and other multidisciplinary teams.

• Ensure timely documentation of clinical findings, treatment plans, and patient progress.

• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers regarding the child’s condition and treatment plan.

• Follow hospital protocols, infection control practices, and patient safety standards.

• Participate in emergency response, clinical audits, and quality improvement activities.

Qualification

• MD/DNB in Paediatrics.

• Fellowship or additional training in Paediatric Critical Care will be preferred for specialist positions.

• Relevant registration with the National Medical Commission/State Medical Council.

Experience

• Experience in paediatric critical care or PICU management is preferred.

• Fresh MD/DNB Paediatrics candidates may be considered for suitable positions, depending on the role and hospital requirements.

Key Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.

• Knowledge of paediatric emergency management and advanced life support.

• Familiarity with mechanical ventilation and critical care protocols.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient management skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a high‑pressure clinical environment.