Critical Care Doctor

Paras Health; Kanpur; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Paras Health in Kanpur seeks Attending Consultant / Associate Consultant for Critical Care. The role involves delivering high-quality ICU care, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring patient safety with evidence-based protocols.

The incumbent will monitor complex emergencies, coordinate care, mentor juniors, and uphold NABH/NABL standards within the department.

Qualifications

• MD/DNB in a relevant specialty and valid medical registration.
• Experience in critical care in a reputed multi-specialty or tertiary care hospital preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage critically ill ICU patients.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Perform daily rounds and document findings accurately.
• Manage organ support including ventilation, vasopressors, renal replacement therapy, invasive monitoring.
• Perform bedside procedures like central venous catheter insertion, arterial line placement, endotracheal intubation, chest tube insertion, ultrasound-guided procedures.

Skills

ICU management

Mechanical ventilation

Emergency response

Daily clinical rounds

Clinical governance

Education

MD/DNB in Anaesthesia, Internal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Emergency Medicine

NMC/State Medical Council registration

Job description

Job Description (JD)

Position: Attending Consultant / Associate Consultant Critical Care

Department: Critical Care

Reporting To: Senior Consultant / Director Critical Care

Experience

3-5 years of post-MD/DNB experience in Critical Care within a reputed multi-specialty or tertiary care hospital.

Qualification

• MD/DNB in Anaesthesia, Internal Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or equivalent.
• Valid registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC)/State Medical Council.

Job Summary

The Attending/Associate Consultant Critical Care is responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based critical care services to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The incumbent will manage complex medical emergencies, coordinate multidisciplinary care, perform critical care procedures, and ensure patient safety while maintaining the highest standards of clinical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients admitted to the ICU.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based clinical protocols.
• Perform comprehensive daily patient rounds and document clinical findings accurately.
• Monitor and manage patients requiring advanced organ support, including mechanical ventilation, vasopressors, renal replacement therapy, and invasive monitoring.
• Perform bedside critical care procedures such as:
• Central venous catheter insertion
• Arterial line placement
• Endotracheal intubation
• Percutaneous tracheostomy (where credentialed)
• Chest tube insertion
• Ultrasound-guided procedures
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies, code blue events, and rapid response team activations.
• Ensure timely referrals and collaborate with specialists for multidisciplinary patient management.

Patient Care & Quality

• Maintain adherence to ICU clinical protocols, infection prevention guidelines, and patient safety standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients' families regarding diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Participate in mortality and morbidity meetings, quality audits, and clinical governance initiatives.
• Promote antibiotic stewardship and rational use of critical care resources.

Academic & Research

• Mentor junior doctors, residents, fellows, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with NABH/NABL and hospital quality standards.
• Participate in ICU duty rosters and provide emergency coverage as required.
• Support implementation of departmental policies, SOPs, and clinical pathways.
• Coordinate with nursing, respiratory therapy, laboratory, radiology, and other support departments for seamless patient care.