ICU Consultant

The ICU Consultant leads the clinical management of critically ill patients in collaboration with intensivists, residents, nurses, pharmacists, respiratory therapists, and support staff. They assessing complex cases, formulate treatment plans, and supervise invasive procedures as needed. The role includes developing and updating ICU protocols, surge planning, ethical deliberation for end-of-life decisions, and implementing evidence-based practices such as sepsis bundles, ventilator strategies, delirium prevention, and sedation protocols. They mentor junior medical staff, participate in rounds, and coordinate with other departments (cardiology, neurosurgery, infectious diseases) for integrated care. The Consultant contributes to hospital-wide critical care standards, quality metrics, and research initiatives. They also lead morbidity and mortality reviews, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and engage in continuous professional development. Administrative duties may include staffing oversight, capacity planning, and budget considerations for ICU operations.

1. JOB REQUIREMENTS
2. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Educations and Certificates:

• Medical degree (MD/DO) from an accredited institution.
• Board certification or eligible in Critical Care Medicine or Anesthesiology with a critical care subspecialty.
• Valid Saudi Commission License as Consultant.
• Valid BLS and ACLS.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of ICU or critical care clinical experience.
• Experience with pulmonary rehabilitation, airway clearance techniques, and non-invasive ventilation is preferred.
• Completion of required certifications (ACLS, PALS, BLS).
• Experience with advanced life support, hemodynamic monitoring, sepsis management, and mechanical ventilation

1. SKILLS AND PORFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE

• Expert knowledge of critical care physiology, pharmacology, and evidence-based protocols.
• Proficiency in invasive procedures (central line placement, arterial lines, ultrasound-guided techniques) as permitted.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and crisis management skills.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in medical documentation, electronic health records, and data-driven quality improvement.
• Knowledge of ethics in critical care, end-of-life decision-making, and patient advocacy.
• Ability to develop, implement, and audit ICU protocols and pathways.

1. LANGUAGE

• Proficiency in written, read and spoken Arabic and English languages

1. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (But not limited to)
2. GENERAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES

• Lead clinical care for critically ill patients and supervise ICU teams.
• Develop, implement, and update evidence-based ICU protocols and pathways.
• Collaborate with specialists to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Lead daily rounds, contribute to decision-making, and mentor junior staff.
• Ensure patient safety, resource stewardship, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, audit outcomes, and participate in research.
• Communicate effectively with patients’ families and support ethical decision-making.

1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee triage, admission, and discharge planning for ICU patients.
• Manage complex treatment plans including ventilation, hemodynamics, renal replacement therapy, and nutrition.
• Lead sepsis management, ARDS protocols, sedation/analgesia strategies, and delirium prevention.
• Perform or supervise high-risk procedures as appropriate and within scope.
• Monitor and optimize ICU staffing, workload, and shift handovers.
• Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and hospital policies.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary rounds and care coordination across units.
• Participating in hospital committees, policy development, and accreditation readiness.
• Engage in teaching, training, and research to advance critical care practice.