Consultant, Nuclear Medicine

Ben Khan; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Riyadh is seeking a qualified physician specialized in Nuclear Medicine to provide high-quality patient care and participate in teaching and research activities. The ideal candidate will have a medical degree, relevant board certification, and experience in a large hospital setting. The position offers tax-free income and generous benefits including furnished accommodations and education allowances for eligible dependents.

Benefits

Tax-Free income

Married-Status contract

Fully Furnished Accommodations provided

Relocation Allowance

Education Allowance for eligible dependents

Free flights home

Generous vacations (54 days)

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-4 years of post-specialty certification experience in a mid- to large-size hospital.
• Valid and current medical license/registration in North America, Western Europe, or Australia/New Zealand.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient care in Abdominal Radiology.
• Conduct daily morning rounds to identify patients ready for discharge.
• Participate in clinical, basic, and translational research projects.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical consultation

Research participation

Education

Medical degree

US Board or equivalent

Job description

Roles & Responsibility

Summary

Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of medical diseases and conditions, as well as the provision of medical care in the field of Nuclear Medicine in accordance with the current medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations and the hospital’s policies and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Clinical Responsibilities

Provides high quality patient care in all aspects of Abdominal Radiology according to his / her approved clinical privileges.

Provides consultation (inpatient, and emergency room) upon request and responds in a timely manner within the prescribed timeframe as outlined in the Hospital’s policy.

Responsible for the timely completion, competencies, accuracy and eligibility of the medical record.

Provides on-call service and ensures availability and response time within the prescribed timeframe in accordance with hospital policy.

Conducts daily morning rounds to identify patients ready for discharge. Ensures that discharge orders are written 24 hours prior to discharge.

Performs other clinical responsibilities related to Nuclear Medicine, as assigned.

Academic Responsibilities

Provides orientation, bedside training and supervision to interns, residents and fellows as assigned.

Participates in department’s educational activities and training programs. Partakes in national and international medical conferences.

Maintains and enhances professional knowledge and continuing education requirements.

Research Responsibilities

Participates in clinical, basic and translational research projects in accordance with Research Advisory Council Policy in order to advance knowledge, improve the quality of post graduate education and contribute to the national and international recognition of the Hospital.

Administrative Responsibilities

Undertakes the administrative duties assigned by Head of Section or Chairman.

Participates in all mandatory departmental activities and serves on departmental and hospital committees and other administrative functions, as required.

Assists the department in the development and implementation of techniques and practices that help maximize the utilization of all resources within the department and across the Hospital.

Abides by the current hospital and medical staff bylaws, all relevant rules, regulations and policies and keeps updated of any changes that might occur.

Follows all Hospital related policies and procedures

Participates in self-and others’ education, training and development as applicable.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Benefits

• Tax-Free income
• Married-Status contract
• Fully Furnished Accommodations provided
• Relocation Allowance
• Education Allowance for eligible dependents
• Free flights home
• Generous vacations (54 days)

Job Requirements

• Medical degree, and
• US Board, or Irish, UK, Canadian, New Zealand or Australian FRCS, or Diplome d'fEtudes Specialises (DES) / CIS French Board, or German Facharzt, and
• Valid and current medical license / registration in North America, Western Europe, or Australia / New Zealand, and
• A minimum of 3-4 years post-specialty certification experience in the specialty area in a mid- to large-size hospital in North America, Western Europe, or Australia / New Zealand.

Department Information

The Department of Radiology at our client hospital in Riyadh, provides both Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services. The Department offers examinations and procedures performed by highly qualified staff utilizing some of the most modern equipment in the region. Approximately 157,000 procedures are performed annually.

The department includes the following sections : General Radiography, Special Procedures, (including Fluoroscopy and Angiography), Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, (including PET, and PET / CT), Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

The extensive services offered by the department are supported by Medical staff with expertise in Neuro-Radiology, Nuclear Medicine, Musculoskeletal, Thoracic, Interventional, Womenâs Imaging, Abdominal / Body Imaging, and Pediatrics.

This focus on sub-specialization makes the Dept. of Radiology unique within the Gulf region in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.