CONSULTANT, ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical facility in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgeon responsible for diagnosing and treating conditions in Orthopedic Surgery. The role includes high-quality patient care, supervising medical trainees, and attending medical conferences. Candidates must possess significant training and education, including board certification and extensive experience in the specialty.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited medical school, completed specialty training.
• Seven years of subspecialty training or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Conduct morning rounds to prepare patients for transfer/discharge.
• Supervise interns and residents.

Education

Graduation from an accredited medical school

Arab or American Board certification

Membership and/or fellowship status in the UK and/or Canada

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of medical diseases and conditions, as well as the provision of medical care in the field of Orthopedic Surgery, 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 Orthopedic Surgery, 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 legibility of the medical records.
• Provides on-call service and ensures availability and response time within the prescribed timeframe in accordance with Hospital’s policy.
• Conducts daily morning rounds to identify patients ready for transfer/discharge. Ensures that transfer/discharge orders are written 24 hours prior to discharge/ transfer.
• Performs any other clinical responsibilities related to the specialty, 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.

Education

Graduation from an accredited medical school, completion of required period of training in specialty and/or subspecialty, with Arab or American Board certification, membership and/or fellowship status in the United Kingdom and/or Canada or their equivalent.

Experience Required

Seven (7) years of training in specialty or subspecialty plus postgraduate training experience must be equal to or exceed seven (7) years’ experience in the subspecialty.

Other Requirements (Certificates)

N/A.