Announcement by the National Medical Care Company for the Position of Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Job Summary
The Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology is responsible for providing care to inpatients and outpatients, while maintaining a high level of professional performance in accordance with the following:
- Professional medical ethics and the standards of the Joint Commission for Healthcare Improvement and the Canadian Council for Healthcare Improvement.
- The hospital's medical regulations.
- The laws of the Ministry of Health in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the applicable regulations in accordance with the Administrative Quality Plan.
The Consultant also provides effective leadership for the department with a commitment to measurable performance improvement standards in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality medical care to patients with compassion and understanding.
- Provide care within the scope of approved clinical privileges.
- Work according to scientifically approved clinical standards and guidelines.
- Conduct daily rounds individually or as part of a team to develop multidisciplinary treatment plans.
- Perform examinations, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the scope of the specialty.
- Evaluate patients and refer them to other medical facilities when needed, and accept relevant referrals.
- Participate in the on-call schedule and receiving cases.
- Respond to emergencies and provide specialized medical consultations.
- Adhere to patient rights regarding privacy, confidentiality, and safety.
- Document medical records accurately, clearly, and in a timely manner.
Leadership and Educational Role
- Supervise Registrars and Residents.
- Lead quality improvement and performance development programs.
- Participate in continuous medical education programs inside and outside the hospital.
- Train medical, nursing, and technical staff.
- Participate in hospital committee meetings (Quality Improvement, Infection Control, etc.).
- Continuous development of professional knowledge and skills.
Patient and Family Education
- Educate patients and their families according to their health needs.
- Involve patients and families in the care plan and respect their choices.
- Provide health awareness appropriate to cultural and linguistic background and level of comprehension.
- Assess, plan, implement, and document health education programs.
Administrative Reporting and Communication
Reports administratively to: Head of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department
Supervises: Registrars and Residents
Communicates with: Consultants, nursing staff, Delivery Department, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room, other healthcare specialists, and patients and their families.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Graduation from an accredited medical college with completion of required training.
- Saudi, Arab, or American Board certification, or Canadian Fellowship/Membership or Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists or equivalent.
- Higher qualifications in the specialty (preferred).
Experience
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience after obtaining the qualification.
- A valid professional practice license.
- Registration with the Saudi Medical Council and/or a valid license within the Kingdom.
- Additional experience in a subspecialty (preferred).
- Academic affiliation (preferred).
Skills and Competencies
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- High professionalism and excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to medical ethics and a high sense of responsibility.
- Familiarity with medical regulations and systems.
