Microbiology Consultant - Taif

Antal International Network - IME; At Ta'if; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 338,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospital in Taif, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Microbiology Consultant to lead the clinical pathology and microbiology department. The role includes overseeing diagnostic testing, providing expert guidance on complex cases, supervising trainees, and participating in research. Candidates must have a strong background in microbiology with relevant qualifications and at least 3-4 years of experience post Board/Fellowship. Proficiency in English is mandatory, and additional Arabic skills are beneficial.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years post Board/Fellowship in microbiology required.
• Registered member of the Saudi Board Council.
• Positive professional references required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical pathology and microbiology department.
• Oversee diagnostic testing and provide expert guidance.
• Train and supervise residents and fellows.
• Participate in research activities.

Skills

Microbiology expertise

Consultative service

Supervision and training

Research participation

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Education

Graduate from a medical school of good standing

Completion of training in microbiology

Membership and/or Fellowship in relevant boards

Certificate recognized by the Saudi commission

Job description

JOB INFORMATION

Job Title: MicrobiologyConsultant

Department: Clinical Pathology

SHORT DESCRIPTION

An Excellent opportunity to join as a Microbiology Consultantfor one of the most prestigious and top‑tier leading Hospital in Taif, Saudi Arabia.

JOB SUMMARY

Lead the clinical pathology and microbiologydepartment as a consultant, overseeing diagnostic testing, playing a pivotal role in providing expert guidance on complex cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the delivery of high quality diagnostic care to the patients, and driving research to advance the field of pathology at our esteemed hospital.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides high-quality microbiology consultantcare to patients in this area of medicine.
• Provide consultative service as requested.
• Supervise fellows, staff/assistant physicians, and residents.
• Actively participates in the training and teaching of residents and fellows in his area of expertise and Participates in research activities.
• Participates in committees and other administrative functions as needed.
• Performs special procedures as privileged.
• Follows all hospital-related policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduate from a medical school of good standing.
• Completion of required period of training in microbiology
• American Board/MRCPCH-Irish, UK, Canadian, Australian & New Zealand/DES/CIS/ Diplome di Medico Specialist Italy / SCR Holland/Swedish Board/German Facharzt/Austrian Fachartz/CCST UK/Saudi Board/Arab Board & sub board/ Fellowship
• Membership and/or Fellowship status in America and/or Europe or their equivalent and fulfilling the criteria for the consultant as required
• A certificate recognized by the Saudi commission is a must.
• Dataflow is a must.

Professional Experience

• Min. 3-4 years Post Board/Fellowship in microbiology.
• A registered member of the Saudi Board Council

Language

• Proficiency in English; additional proficiency in Arabic may be beneficial.

References

• Positive professional references attesting to the candidate's skills and ethical conduct.