Nephrology Consultant

Description

Job Duties Statements:

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs clinical duties as per assigned clinical privileges.
• Assesses patients thoroughly (clinical, socioeconomic, psychological, and functional assessments) as per DSFH policies.
• Documents patient assessments in medical records.
• Develops and documents the plan of care for patients using evidence-based approaches and standards of care, in accordance with DSFH policies.
• Ensures timely implementation of the patient’s plan of care.
• Becomes the most responsible physician (MRP) for inpatients admitted under his/her name.
• Develops discharge plans on the day of admission and involves discharge planning services early if needed.
• Assesses inpatients at least once daily, documenting assessments and plans in SOAP format, following DSFH policies.
• Responds promptly to medical consultations as per DSFH policies.
• Documents medical interventions performed on patients in a timely manner.
• Completes and authenticates discharge summaries for patients under his/her care.
• Ensures discharge instructions and medication education are provided before patient discharge.
• Provides education to patients and families, engaging them in the care plan, and documents this education.
• Attends hospital duties and responds to calls according to departmental schedules.
• Participates in departmental and staff meetings, contributing ideas to improve efficiency, productivity, and patient satisfaction.
• Writes medical reports for patients as per DSFH policies.
• Contributes to teaching rounds and activities as requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Follows organizational policies on ethics and represents DSFH professionally in the community.
• Performs other duties within scope and responsibilities as assigned.
• Demonstrates compassionate communication skills, prioritizing patient-centered care.
• Performs all duties aligned with Person Centered Care values and adheres to organizational policies, codes of conduct, and ethical standards.
• Completes mandatory education at least one month prior to expiration.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge on quality, safety, accreditation, policy, and document management systems.

Qualifications

• Completion of structured training and highest clinical degree in the specialty/subspecialty from a recognized medical center.
• Experience as required by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties in recognized medical centers.
• Saudi Commission for Health Specialties and Ministry of Health licenses are mandatory.