General Practitioner

Lehbi Renal Care; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 167,400 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

Lehbi Renal Care is seeking a dedicated Saudi General Practitioner for our Dialysis Unit. The GP will work with nephrology consultants, nurses, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality chronic hemodialysis care in a compliant setting.

The role involves comprehensive examinations, dialysis planning, daily patient assessments, and participation in rounds and audits. Arabic and English fluency are required, with two years’ experience preferred.

Qualifications

• MBBS degree from an accredited institution.
• SCFHS license as a General Practitioner or Nephrology resident.
• Saudi license to practice medicine in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• English and Arabic proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform admission examinations and document findings.
• Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy and plan treatments.
• Daily patient assessments and unit rounds with physicians.
• Maintain accurate medical records and participate in audits.
• Support on-call duties and coverage across centers.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical decision‑making

Bilingual English/Arabic

Ability to work under pressure

Education

MBBS degree

SCFHS license

Saudi license to practice

Tools

Dialysis equipment

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Saudi General Practitioner (GP) to join our Dialysis Unit and contribute to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. The successful candidate will work closely with nephrology consultants, nursing teams, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to provide high-quality chronic hemodialysis services and ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.

Position Title

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive admission examinations for all newly referred patients and accurately document clinical findings.
• Conduct and document patient assessments, including vital signs, physical and mental health status, dialysis orders, and compliance with prescribed dietary and medication regimens.
• Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy and formulate dialysis treatment plans through various vascular access methods while adhering to all applicable safety protocols for patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
• Assess patients daily and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Participate in unit rounds with consulting physicians and discuss patient treatment plans as required.
• Inform the Senior Physician of any significant changes in patients’ medical conditions and the actions taken.
• Follow Senior Physician instructions regarding individualized patient treatment plans.
• Perform clinical procedures and modify patient prescriptions as requested by the Senior Physician.
• Evaluate patients upon request from nursing staff and provide appropriate medical interventions.
• Document all treatments, follow-up plans, and clinical progress in patient medical records.
• Complete comprehensive annual patient reviews and present findings during regular unit meetings after consultant review.
• Develop competencies in specialized nephrology-related procedures under senior staff supervision.
• Monitor and analyze laboratory investigations, identify abnormalities, and initiate appropriate actions.
• Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency medical procedures when required.
• Initiate emergency treatment plans and ensure complete and accurate documentation.
• Participate in mandatory in-service education programs, including CPR certification, Health & Safety training, disaster preparedness, and fire drills.
• Participate in clinical audits and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and clinical outcome implementation.
• Participate in departmental educational activities, including medical rounds, tutorials, and journal clubs.
• Report incidents or situations that may compromise patient, visitor, or staff safety through the appropriate chain of command.
• Deliver high-quality patient care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner.
• Attend all mandatory onboarding and ongoing training programs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, safety regulations, and clinical standards.
• Collaborate effectively with nursing, clinical, and administrative teams.
• Perform administrative and clerical duties as required.
• Participate actively in the center’s on-call duty roster.
• Provide coverage across dialysis centers within Saudi Arabia when required and acknowledge that the assigned workplace may change based on operational needs.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including quality measures, medical KPIs, CBAHI standards, and all applicable Saudi healthcare regulatory requirements.

Education and Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• A Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) degree from an accredited institution.
• A valid professional classification and license issued by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) as a General Practitioner or Nephrology Resident.
• Valid license to practice medicine in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Experience and Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional clinical experience following internship or postgraduate medical training, preferably in Internal Medicine and/or Nephrology.
• Experience in dialysis or nephrology services is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Arabic. Candidates without Arabic fluency may only be considered in exceptional circumstances.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in demanding clinical environments.
• Physically fit and medically able to perform duties that may require extended working hours, mobility, and emergency response activities.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a specialized dialysis and nephrology healthcare environment.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team culture.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.