Oncology Resident

National Blood & Cancer Center - NBCC; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an oncology doctor to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves diagnosing patients, developing treatment plans, and managing patient care in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have an MD or equivalent, board certification, and a minimum of 5 years experience in an oncology center.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment required.
• At least 5 years experience in an oncology center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop appropriate treatment plans that provide the highest level of care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess patient needs.
• Maintain quality of life for patients by managing cancer-related pain.

Skills

Communication

Motivation

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or MD/PhD

Board certification in hematology/oncology

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Order tests — including biopsy, blood, and imaging — to confirm a diagnosis
• Provide patients with detailed information regarding cancer, their prognosis, and possible interventions or treatment options
• Develop appropriate treatment plans, with measurable goals, that provide the highest level of care while conforming to patient preference
• Maintain quality of life for patients by managing cancer-related pain and the symptoms and side effects of treatment
• Reassess as disease treatment progresses, and pursue alternative therapies or palliative care when necessary
• Participate in training sessions and correspondence for study protocols and clinical trials, and ensure that patient confidentiality is always maintained
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to accurately assess patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
• Participate as a key member of the patient-care team in implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient progress
• Utilize and promote approved standards of care, procedures, methods, techniques, safety precautions, and study protocols
• Participate in the development, review, and evaluation of standard operating procedures and study-specific

Required skills and qualifications:

• Doctor of medicine (MD) or MD/PhD, or equivalent, with training in oncology or hematology/oncology
• Board certification relevant to country of hire in hematology/oncology, with licensure in good standing
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and other medical professionals
• Motivation to work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred skills and qualifications:

• Experience in research and/or clinical protocols
• Ability to interpret clinical, genomic, and efficacy data
• Experience 5 years at least in oncology center