Emergency Physician

About the role

The Emergency Physician provides high‑quality, evidence‑based emergency and acute care to patients with acute illness or injury. The role combines direct clinical service with teaching, supervision of trainees, and participation in quality improvement and research.

Key responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage undifferentiated emergency presentations, including resuscitation, trauma, paediatric emergencies and mental health crises.
• Perform and supervise emergency procedures such as airway management, intubation, central/arterial line placement, chest drain insertion, cardioversion and lumbar puncture.
• Manage patient flow, triage acuity, and ensure timely disposition decisions while collaborating with inpatient specialists.
• Supervise and teach medical students, interns and residents; deliver didactic sessions, case‑based discussions and simulation training.
• Participate in clinical audit, adverse event review, and support accreditation and mass‑casualty preparedness activities.

Required profile

• Post‑graduate specialist qualification in Emergency Medicine (Fellowship, Board Certification or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years post‑specialist experience in a busy emergency department.
• Experience in clinical supervision and teaching of medical trainees.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French or Kinyarwanda is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Required skills

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS/ALS) – current.
• ATLS or equivalent trauma certification (preferred).
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and hospital information systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.