Job description

On behalf of our client, we are looking for an Assistant Consultant - Internal Medicine

job summary:

Provide consultant-level internal medicine care for home healthcare patients through assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, chronic disease management, telemedicine, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions.

Responsibilities & Duties:

1- Patient Assessment & Clinical Management

• Conduct comprehensive medical assessments for patients through home visits and virtual consultations.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions based on evidence-based practices.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, including medication management, referrals, and lifestyle modifications.
• Identify high-risk patients and initiate interventions to prevent complications and hospital readmissions.
• Provide patient and family education regarding medical conditions, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Coordinate care with specialists and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.

2- Quality Assurance & Clinical Compliance

• Ensure compliance with clinical guidelines, healthcare regulations, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and patient care enhancement programs.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and prepare required reports for audits and inspections.
• Promote safe, ethical, and professional clinical practices among healthcare staff.

3- Professional Development & Clinical Education

• Participate in medical education activities, case discussions, and training sessions.
• Provide clinical guidance, mentorship, and supervision to medical staff.
• Support the development of clinical pathways, care protocols, and educational materials for home healthcare services.
• Maintain continuous professional development through conferences, workshops, and CME activities.

4- Health Information System (HIS) & Documentation

• Utilize HIS platforms for patient documentation, electronic medical records, and virtual consultations.
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely recording of patient information in compliance with MOH and organizational standards.
• Participate in HIS training programs and collaborate with IT teams to resolve technical issues.

5- Patient Safety & Satisfaction

• Implement patient safety protocols and ensure adherence to clinical safety standards.
• Identify and report patient safety risks, incidents, and adverse events.
• Address patient concerns and ensure effective communication with patients and caregivers.
• Monitor patient satisfaction and contribute to improving patient experience outcomes.

6- Healthcare Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver patient-centered care.
• Facilitate communication between healthcare professionals regarding patient conditions and care plans.
•Support timely referrals and escalation of care when required.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the home healthcare environment.

• Saudi Male.
  
• Medical degree (MD) with completed Internal Medicine Residency. SCFHS registration as an Internal Medicine Senior Registrar.
  
• 1–3 years of experience in Internal Medicine.
  
• Experience in home healthcare or telemedicine is preferred.
  
• Proficiency in Health Information Systems (HIS) and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
  
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient care skills.
  
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
  
• ICU or HDU experience is an advantage.
  

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

2+ years

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma