Transfusion Medicine Consultant

International Hospitals Recruitment Inc.; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Job summary

A leading medical facility in Jeddah seeks an experienced Transfusion Medicine Consultant to oversee transfusion services and manage blood components. This position requires a deep understanding of immunohematology and clinical transfusion practices, along with relevant certifications. The role also involves providing expert consultation on complex transfusion cases and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. A generous benefits package, including a tax-free salary and relocation assistance, is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years post-certification experience in relevant countries.
• Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine or equivalent credential required.
• Fellowship or board certifications recognized in major regions (USA/UK/Europe) are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic and consultative services to physicians and patients.
• Guide transfusion practices and oversee patient blood management programs.
• Participate in transfusion-related morbidity/mortality reviews.
• Supervise blood bank operations including serological testing and antibody identification.
• Participate in administrative duties and hospital committees as needed.

Skills

Strong knowledge of immunohematology

Clinical transfusion practice

Regulatory frameworks

Leadership

Education

Basic medical degree from a recognized institution

Post-qualification certification (ABTM, FRCPC, CCT/CCST, FRACP)

Board certification (US/UK/Canada/France)

Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine

Job description

Join King Abdulaziz Medical City in Jeddah as a Transfusion Medicine Consultant in Transfusion Medicine Services Department

Why Join KAMC-Jeddah?

• ✅ World‑Class Facilities – Work in a leading tertiary care hospital equipped with cutting‑edge transplant technology.
• ✅ Career Advancement – Engage in cutting‑edge research, mentorship programs, and professional growth opportunities.
• ✅ Exceptional Benefits – Enjoy a tax‑free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

If you’re an experienced Transfusion Medicine Consultant looking to advance your career in a world‑class medical setting, apply today!

Summary

Responsible for overseeing clinical and laboratory aspects of transfusion services. This role involves ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate use of blood and blood components, managing complex transfusion‑related issues, leading transfusion safety initiatives, and contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement, and education.

Education/Qualifications Required

1. Basic medical degree from a recognized institution
2. Post‑qualification certification
   • Qualification source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.
     • USA: The American Board of Transfusion Medicine (ABTM)
     • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (FRCPC – Transfusion Medicine)
     • UK and Ireland: CCT/CCST Specialist Register – Transfusion Medicine
     • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal College – (FRACP – Transfusion Medicine)
     • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience Post Qualifications

• Minimum Three (3) years after board/equivalent certification in USA, Canada, Ireland, UK, Australia, New Zealand and France (DES).
• Minimum Five (5) years after board/equivalent certification in Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Austria, Netherlands, Greece and France (DIS).
• Fellowship in Transfusion Medicine or equivalent subspecialty credential
• Strong knowledge of immunohematology, clinical transfusion practice, and regulatory frameworks.

License

• Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• To provide diagnostic and consultative services to physicians and patients in accordance with privileges granted.
• Provide expert consultation on complex transfusion cases (e.g., massive transfusion, alloimmunization, hemolytic disease, autoimmune hemolysis, and rare blood group management).
• Guide transfusion practices across the institution in collaboration with clinical departments.
• Support appropriate use of blood components and alternatives through evidence‑based guidelines.
• Oversee patient blood management (PBM) programs.
• Participate in and lead transfusion‑related morbidity/mortality reviews.
• Supervise and support the operations of the blood bank laboratory.
• Oversee serological problem‑solving, antibody identification, and compatibility testing.
• Ensure availability and safe inventory management of blood components.
• Monitor and report transfusion reactions and adverse events; lead investigations and root cause analyses.
• Provide oversight for therapeutic apheresis and cellular therapy services (if applicable).
• Participates in committees and other administrative functions as needed.
• Performs special procedures as required.
• Performs other duties as needed.
• Follows all Hospital‑related policies and procedures.