Assistant Consultant in Epidemiology

Doctoruna; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a qualified Specialist with an MD or PhD in Epidemiology. This role involves diagnosing and managing diseases, providing consultation across services, and ensuring documentation standards. Candidates must have three years of specialty residency experience, ensuring high-quality patient care and education. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and significant responsibility in patient management.

Qualifications

• MD or PhD in Epidemiology required.
• Minimum three years post-residency experience needed.
• Certification by SCHS is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized services for diagnosis and management of patient diseases.
• Perform duties in outpatient and inpatient settings as per department standards.
• Maintain medical documentation and assist in patient education.

Skills

Patient Care

Consultation Services

Medical Documentation

Effective Communication

Patient and Family Education

Education

MD or PhD in Epidemiology

Specialty Residency Program

Certification by Specialty Board

Job description

Job Summary:

To provide specialized services for the diagnosis and management of diseases under the scope of care of the related specialty.

Principal Duties:

1. Perform the professional duties of a specialist in accordance with the delineation of the scope of care and privileges as recommended by the Chief of department and approved by the Credentials Committee.

2. Perform his/ her duties in the outpatient clinical according to CPP of KFMC OPD.

3. Provide the needed care to his/her patients in ward.

4. Provide the needed procedures according to the privileging.

5. Provide consultation services to the in and outpatient services in his/her area of expertise.

6. Sharing the on-call duties as per the duty schedule according to KFMC CPP.

7. Assuring performing medical documentation and charting in a legible and professional way to supervise the documentation of the rest of the team.

8. Communicate clearly and effective with colleagues and patients.

9. Providing patient and family education according to patient's status and needs.

Educational Requirements:

• MD or PhD inEpidemiology
• Successful completion of three (3) years or more of specialty residency program recognized by SCHS and acceptable to KFMC as Assistant position.
• Certification by the appropriate specialty board recognized by SCHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties) and acceptable to KFMC for an Assistant position.
• Specialty training and post certification experience equal to or greater than four (4) years

Experience Requirements:

minimum of three (3) years experienceafter the highest degree obtained