Emergency Specialist

Fakeeh Care Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Fakeeh Care Group is seeking an experienced ER physician to perform comprehensive assessments and manage patients presenting to the Emergency Department. The role requires adherence to clinical standards, documentation in EMR, and collaboration with the care team to optimize patient flow and outcomes.

The physician will act as the MRPs for ER patients during shifts, coordinate referrals, and provide education to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with patients and families, physicians and staff.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and EMR/documentation workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to stay organized in high-stress, fast-paced environments.
• License to practice as per regulatory authority (e.g., SCFHS/DHA).
• Completion of specialty training and relevant experience per local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage ER patients per established standards.
• Lead ER team during shifts; ensure protocol compliance.
• Document assessments, plans and interventions in EMR.
• Coordinate referrals, consultations, and admissions.
• Educate patients and families; support discharge planning.
• Attend meetings; contribute to efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Aim to accelerate radiology and lab turnaround times.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organization under pressure

Education

Residency in specialty

Structured training in specialty

Job description

Job Purpose

Performs assessment and management of patients that present to Fakeeh Care Emergency Department in an evidence-based approach, according to standards of care, and in compliance with Fakeeh Care bylaws, policies and procedures.

Description

Performs assessment and management of patients that present to Fakeeh Care Emergency Department in an evidence-based approach, according to standards of care, and in compliance with Fakeeh Care bylaws, policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Performs clinical duties as per his/her assigned clinical privileges.
• Assesses his/her patients thoroughly as per Fakeeh Care policies and documents patients' assessment in patients' EMR.
• Develops plan of care using evidence-based approach and following standards of care, and documents the plan of care in EMR according to Fakeeh Care policies.
• Ensures that patients’ plan of care that is put by him/her is being implemented in a timely manner.
• Becomes the most responsible physician (MRP) for ER patient registered under his/ her name until the patient receives an admission order under a new or different attending physician.
• Places medical consultation referrals as indicated to other disciplines.
• Documents in a timely manner and as per Fakeeh Care policies medical interventions that he/she performs on patients.
• Conducts education to patients and their families and engages them in the plan of care. Documents given education in patients’ EMR.
• Attends to Fakeeh Health Care facility duties and responds to calls from the facility as per departmental / section call schedule.
• Attends departmental and general staff meetings and contributes ideas for improving efficiency, productivity and patient satisfaction.
• Responsible for writing medical reports of his / her patients, and as per Fakeeh Care policies.
• Contributes to teaching activities as requested by chairperson of medical department.
• When acting as ER team leader: During his/her shift must ensure the following:
• Liaises with ED Chairperson regarding any urgent matters.
• Make sure that all staff (during his / her duties) are following the protocols and procedures.
• Follow escalation Process during any clinical / administrative conflicts.
• Encourage teamwork environment between the staff, and other patients care providers.
• Make sure the smoothness of day-to-day operation in the department.
• Accepts / Answers all incoming transfer calls and arranges for appropriate placement in coordination with duty managers.
• Maintains consistent patient flow and assists with the timely disposition of pending admissions.
• Accelerate all Radiology and Lab. Turnaround times in main ED and Fast Track.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.

All Fakeeh Care employees are responsible for continuous improvement, including:

• Performing all duties and tasks in a manner that supports Fakeeh's Person-Centered care values.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, within the scope of the role.
• Adherence to safety protocols and proactively seeking to address any job-related safety concerns.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all sensitive information accessed or encountered during work.
• Complying with cybersecurity policies and standards to protect Fakeeh's systems and participating in awareness training and initiatives to prevent cyber threats.
• Adhering to and upholding Fakeeh Care's code of conduct, policies and ethical standards.
• Completion of mandatory education as per the requirement, at least one month prior to expiration.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to clearly communicate with patients and their families, physicians and non-medical staff.
• Microsoft computer skills.
• Should have good organization skills and able to work in highly stress situations.

Experience

Completion of experience according to the regional health regulatory authority (as mentioned in education) within the field of specialty, in recognized medical centers.

Education

Completion of structured training in the field of specialty or subspecialty in a recognized medical center and obtaining the highest clinical degree in that field of specialty that can be granted by that medical centers.

Language

Excellent command of oral and written English and prefer Arabic.

Licenses / Certifications

License for practice as per the regional health regulatory authority e.g. (SCFHS / DHA), BLS and advanced license if applicable.