← Back to jobs

Emergency Specialist

Washington Healthcare PLC · ET · Full-time
Apply Now Posted 4 hours ago

About the Role

The Emergency Specialist provides immediate medical care to patients presenting with acute illnesses or injuries in the emergency department, performing rapid assessment, stabilization, diagnosis, and initiating treatment according to emergency protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Rapidly assess and stabilize critically ill or injured patients
  • Diagnose and manage emergent medical, surgical, trauma, and pediatric conditions
  • Perform emergency procedures such as intubation, central line insertion, chest tube placement, and resuscitation
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests promptly to guide clinical decisions
  • Initiate appropriate treatment plans and determine need for admission, transfer, or discharge
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient encounters
  • Coordinate with other departments for admissions and consultations
  • Participate in training and mentorship of junior staff
  • Contribute to development and implementation of emergency department protocols

Skills Required

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)Crisis managementDecision-makingCommunication skills

Fields of Study

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
  • Emergency Medicine

How to Apply

Submit your application via the Ethiojobs platform; find contact details below.