Alan & Grant – Our client is a tertiary healthcare facility providing specialised care in oncology, cardiovascular medicine, renal care, advanced surgery and diagnostic services.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title:Â Cardiac Anaesthetist – Consultant
Location:Â Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cardiac Anaesthetist to provide specialized anaesthetic and perioperative care for patients undergoing cardiac surgical and interventional procedures.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for preoperative assessment, administration and management of cardiac anaesthesia, intraoperative haemodynamic monitoring, postoperative stabilization, and critical care support.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive pre-anaesthetic assessment and risk stratification of patients undergoing cardiac procedures.
- Develop and implement individualized anaesthetic plans for cardiac surgical and interventional procedures.
- Administer general and regional anaesthesia, sedation, and advanced perioperative techniques as clinically appropriate.
- Provide anaesthetic management for open-heart procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, and other major cardiac procedures.
- Manage patients requiring advanced haemodynamic monitoring and cardiovascular support during surgery.
- Manage difficult airways and perioperative emergencies, including cardiac arrest and major haemorrhage.
- Provide postoperative anaesthetic and critical care support for cardiac surgery patients.
- Collaborate closely with cardiac surgeons and perfusionists during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
- Participate in multidisciplinary cardiac team meetings and clinical decision making.
Requirements
- Medical Degree (MBBS / MD or equivalent).
- Fellowship in Anaesthesiology or equivalent recognized specialist qualification.
- Current medical registration and valid practising licence in country of practice, with eligibility for registration in Nigeria.
- Minimum of five (5) years of post-specialization experience, with significant experience in cardiac anaesthesia.
- Demonstrated experience in cardiac surgery, advanced haemodynamic monitoring, and perioperative critical care.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
- Open to qualified local and expatriate candidates.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online


