Pediatric Specialist Physician

AMAD Hospital; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

AMAD Hospital in Riyadh seeks a Specialist Physician – Pediatrics to lead pediatric inpatient care within the Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care Facility. You will assess, diagnose and manage chronic and rehabilitation-related pediatric conditions, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and quality of life.

The role requires strong clinical leadership, adherence to national standards, and active involvement in clinical governance, audits and continuous improvement to

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent medical degree with pediatric specialization.
• Saudi board/Arab board or equivalent pediatric qualification.
• Active license or eligibility with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
• Completion of accredited pediatric residency program.
• Mandatory BLS and PALS; ACLS preferred.
• 2–3 years post-specialization pediatric experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead pediatric team with adherence to evidence-based guidelines.
• Develop, review and implement pediatric care policies and pathways.
• Ensure compliance with national and international standards and accreditation.
• Oversee clinical rosters, on-call coverage, capacity planning and KPIs.
• Lead multidisciplinary meetings for coordinated care planning and discharge.
• Coordinate referrals and external appointments to minimize delays.
• Contribute to clinical audits, incident reviews, risk assessments and action plans.
• Support quality improvement initiatives in pediatric inpatient services.
• Address patient and family concerns with timely documentation.
• Foster communication with nursing, rehab, allied health and admin teams.
• Participate in staff orientation, supervision and competency assessments.
• Promote documentation standardization and workflow efficiency.
• Provide specialized pediatric rehabilitation, chronic disease and long-term care.
• Perform initial and ongoing medical assessments per standards.
• Monitor progress, adjust plans, document outcomes in the medical record.
• Manage acute pediatric issues and coordinate subspecialty referrals.
• Address pain, nutrition, growth and developmental needs with interventions.
• Perform diagnostic procedures and interpretations relevant to pediatrics.
• Deliver care across inpatient, outpatient and emergency settings.
• Respond to pediatric emergencies per protocols.
• Maintain compliant medical documentation and infection control adherence.
• Collaborate with physicians, allied health and stakeholders for integrated care.
• Drive patient safety culture, quality improvement and risk management.
• Investigate incidents and participate in M&M and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards in all interactions.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Evidence-based practice

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient safety

Clinical governance

Education

Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Postgraduate specialization in Pediatrics

Saudi Commission for Health Specialties license / eligibility

Pediatric Residency Training Program

BLS/PALS required

ACLS certification

2–3 years post-specialization pediatric experience

Job description

The Specialist Physician – Pediatrics is responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and patient-centered medical care to pediatric patients admitted to the Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care Facility. The role involves the assessment, diagnosis, and management of chronic, complex, and rehabilitation-related pediatric conditions, with a strong focus on promoting functional recovery, enhancing quality of life, and ensuring continuity of care across the multidisciplinary team. All clinical practices must be delivered in full compliance with Saudi health regulations, organizational policies and procedures, and aligned with international clinical standards and best practices.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Provide strong clinical leadership to the pediatric team, ensuring consistent adherence to evidence-based best practices, approved clinical guidelines, and patient safety standards.
• Contribute to the development, review, and effective implementation of pediatric clinical policies, protocols, and care pathways, aligned with rehabilitation and long-term care service needs.
• Ensure that all clinical practices are delivered in full compliance with national and international clinical standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies and procedures.
• Support effective service management through the development and oversight of clinical rosters, on-call coverage arrangements, service capacity planning, and continuous monitoring of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive quality and operational performance.
• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated care planning, timely clinical decision-making, and appropriate discharge or transition planning.
• Ensure proper coordination of referrals, consultations, and external medical appointments, maintaining continuity of care and minimizing delays in patient management.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by contributing to clinical audits, incident reviews, risk assessments, and corrective action plans as required.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of quality improvement initiatives and participate in performance improvement activities related to pediatric inpatient services.
• Provide clinical input into the management of patient complaints, family concerns, and service feedback, ensuring timely resolution and appropriate documentation.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration with nursing, rehabilitation, allied health teams, and administrative departments to maintain safe and efficient service delivery.
• Participate in staff orientation, supervision, training, and competency assessment for junior physicians and relevant clinical team members.
• Contribute to the optimization of operational processes by supporting standardization of documentation, reporting, and workflow efficiency within the pediatric service.
• Provide specialized pediatric medical care to children requiring rehabilitation services, chronic disease management, and long-term care, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive initial, ongoing, and periodic medical assessments in accordance with CBAHI patient assessment standards and facility policies.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized treatment and care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team (e.g., nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, dietetics, and psychology).
• Monitor patient clinical and functional progress, adjust treatment plans as required, and accurately document outcomes and clinical decisions in the medical record.
• Manage acute pediatric medical issues within the facility and coordinate timely referrals and consultations with relevant subspecialties when clinically indicated.
• Ensure appropriate management of pediatric-specific needs including pain control, nutritional status, growth monitoring, and developmental surveillance, with proactive interventions when required.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic procedures, investigations, and test results relevant to pediatric practice, supporting accurate diagnosis and effective care delivery.
• Provide safe and effective pediatric care across applicable settings including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency situations, based on service scope and operational requirements.
• Respond promptly to pediatric medical emergencies and provide timely, appropriate clinical interventions in line with emergency protocols.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical documentation in compliance with legal, institutional, and accreditation requirements.
• Adhere at all times to infection prevention and control measures, patient safety practices, and clinical governance standards.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, allied health professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated, integrated, and comprehensive pediatric patient care.
• Promote a strong culture of patient safety, quality improvement, and risk management across pediatric services.
• Identify, report, and actively participate in the investigation and analysis of clinical incidents, near misses, and adverse events, ensuring timely corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in clinical audits, morbidity and mortality (M&M) meetings, and structured quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and service performance.
• Ensure full adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) standards, including isolation precautions, hand hygiene, and safe clinical practices.
• Maintain strict compliance with ethical standards, patient confidentiality requirements, and informed consent processes in all clinical interactions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational patient safety policies, including medication safety, safe prescribing practices, and high-risk procedures management.

Certifications and Experience Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine degree or an equivalent medical qualification from a recognized and accredited medical school.
• A recognized postgraduate specialization in Pediatrics, such as the Saudi Board in Pediatrics, the Arab Board in Pediatrics, the Membership of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health, or an equivalent qualification. Specialist Certifications
• Valid license issued by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties, or eligibility for classification and professional registration as a Specialist in Pediatrics.
• A recognized specialty qualification in Pediatrics, such as board certification or an equivalent credential.
• Completion of a Pediatric Residency Training Program recognized by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties or an equivalent internationally recognized body.
• Valid and current certification in Basic Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (mandatory).
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• Minimum of two to three years of post-specialization clinical experience in Pediatrics.
• Previous experience in pediatric rehabilitation, long-term care, chronic disease management, or complex pediatric care is highly preferred.