Consultant – Sports Medicine (Part-Time)

BUPA Arabia; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

BUPA Arabia is seeking a part-time, in-person Sports Medicine Physician to deliver specialised care at the ICC physical clinic, addressing musculoskeletal and exercise-related conditions. You will evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic injuries, coordinate with full-time clinical teams, and provide evidence-based, patient-centred care during scheduled sessions.

This role emphasises continuity of care, documentation in the EHR, and adherence to clinical standards, with opportunities for

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive in-person sports medicine care during scheduled part-time clinic sessions, including assessment and follow-up.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations, including history, physical exams, and review of imaging.
• Develop and implement individualized management plans with non-operative care, rehab, and referrals when indicated.
• Manage musculoskeletal injuries, concussions, and return-to-play assessments with continuity of care.
• Collaborate with physiotherapy and orthopaedics for integrated patient care across sessions.
• Maintain accurate EHR documentation to support handover and continuity of care.
• Promote prevention and return-to-play strategies through patient education and guidance.

Job description

Provides specialised sports medicine care within the ICC physical clinic on a part-time, in-person basis, addressing a broad range of musculoskeletal and exercise-related conditions. Evaluates, diagnoses, and manages acute and chronic sports-related injuries, including patients with muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries, joint pain, overuse injuries, and those requiring concussion assessment or return-to-play evaluation. Delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care during scheduled part-time in-clinic sessions, ensuring continuity of care, appropriate diagnostic work-up, and injury management for patients seen. Coordinates closely with the full-time clinical and administrative teams to maintain continuity of care between sessions, applying population health and value-based care principles to improve clinical outcomes, optimise healthcare resources, and deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality sports medicine care, within the defined scope.

Patient Consultations and Management

• Deliver comprehensive, in-person sports medicine care during scheduled part-time clinic sessions at the ICC physical clinic, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up of acute and chronic musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations, including history taking, physical and functional examination, and review of relevant imaging findings during each in-clinic visit.
• Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based management plans, including non-operative management, rehabilitation and exercise prescription, and referrals for imaging, procedures, or specialist input when indicated.
• Manage common sports medicine conditions, including muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries, joint pain, overuse injuries, and concussion, ensuring continuity and coordination of care with the full-time clinical team between sessions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physiotherapy and orthopaedics, to deliver integrated, patient-centred care within the scope .
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EHR to support seamless handover and continuity of care.
• Promote musculoskeletal and exercise health through preventive counselling, injury-prevention guidance, return-to-play assessments, and population health and value-based care principles.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers, providing clear guidance on diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care to support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards while maintaining accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation for all in-clinic encounters.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based sports medicine practice and in-clinic regulations through continuous professional development.
• Contribute to clinical governance by participating in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and regulatory compliance programmes, within part-time hours.

Professional Development

• Maintain and continuously enhance clinical knowledge in sports medicine and in-person best practices
• Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and continuing medical education (CME) activities to remain current with evidence-based practices in sports medicine.
• Integrate the latest clinical evidence into practice to continuously improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of patient care delivered during part-time sessions.

Clinical Documentation and EHR Proficiency

• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with organisational policies and applicable data privacy regulations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the clinic's EHR system to ensure efficient, high-quality, and well-documented in-person consultations.
• Participate in ongoing training and adopt system enhancements and best practices, collaborating with relevant support teams to optimise performance and user experience.

Patient Safety and Satisfaction

• Uphold the highest standards of patient safety by delivering safe, evidence-based care and adhering to established clinical safety protocols during all in-person patient interactions.
• Identify, report, and escalation patient safety risks, incidents, and quality concerns in accordance with organisational policies.
• Counsel patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, medication use, potential adverse effects, and follow-up care to support informed decision-making and medication safety.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred consultations through effective communication, comprehensive clinical assessment, empathy, and shared decision-making.
• Monitor patient feedback and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that strengthen patient safety, clinical outcomes, and service excellence

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams

• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care and optimise clinical outcomes, ensuring continuity between part-time in-clinic sessions and full-time coverage.
• Provide clinical expertise and recommendations to support evidence-based decision-making and integrated care planning.
• Facilitate clear and timely communication among healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care .
• Mentor and support junior physicians and healthcare professionals through clinical guidance and knowledge sharing during scheduled clinic time