Clinical Operation Director

Baraya Extended Care; Ar Rass; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Al-Qassim Province, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Human Resources and Support Services Director. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in clinical operations, particularly in rehabilitation and long-term care settings. Responsibilities include strategic leadership, ensuring high-quality patient care, managing budgets, staffing, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Proficiency in both Arabic and English is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of leadership experience in rehabilitation or integrated care.
• Valid professional nursing license required.
• Certification in healthcare management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical operations.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and engagement.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Lead quality improvement and risk management programs.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and program development.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Change management

Advanced data analytics

Excellent clinical governance

Leadership excellence

Proficiency in EHR systems

Bilingual (Arabic and English)

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or related field

Job description

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Educations and Certificates:

• Master’s degree in nursing, or a related field. A clinical background in rehabilitation or geriatric care is preferred.
• Current and valid professional nursing license (SCFHS license or eligibility).

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in clinical operations within rehabilitation, LTC, or integrated care settings.
• Demonstrated track record in program development, quality improvement, regulatory compliance.
• Experience with budgeting, resource planning, staffing, and capital projects.
• Certification in healthcare management or comparable credentials are advantageous.
• SKILLS AND PORFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE
• Strategic thinking with strong business acumen and change-management capabilities.
• Excellent clinical and operational governance knowledge; familiarity with rehab modalities, restorative nursing, geriatric care standards, and LTC best practices.
• Advanced data analytics, performance measurement, and utilization management skills.
• Leadership excellence: people development, conflict resolution, collaboration across disciplines, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and risk management processes.
• Proficiency in health informatics, EHR systems, and digital quality tools.
• LANGUAGE
• Proficiency in written, read and spoken Arabic and English languages.
• ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (But not limited to)
• GENERAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITES
• Provide strategic leadership for clinical operations across rehabilitation and LTC services.
• Ensure high-quality patient care, safety, and patient/family engagement.
• Develop, implement, and monitor clinical policies, procedures, and care pathways.
• Lead quality improvement, risk management, and patient safety programs.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation; drive cost-effective care.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Dietitian/Nutrition, Ambulance Services, Social Work, and Case Management to componente care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness; oversee audits and corrective actions.
• Oversee program development, service line expansion, and innovative care models.
• Represent clinical operations in executive leadership discussions, governance forums, and community partnerships.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning, research, and evidence-based practice.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
• Direct daily operations to meet clinical quality and safety targets, patient experience goals, and financial performance.
• Lead interdisciplinary team rounds, care planning, and discharge planning activities.
• Establish and monitor clinical performance indicators, dashboards, and accountability structures.
• Foster interdepartmental collaboration to optimize patient flow, bed management, and reduce readmissions.
• Ensure proper credentialing, staff competencies, continuing education, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Lead the coordination with ambulance services for timely transport and critical care Rifits as needed.
• Manage vendor relationships, supply chain for clinical equipment, and nutrition/dietary resources.
• Drive population health initiatives and transition‑of‑care programs.