Registrar - Orthopedics📣 إعلان

About the Role

Bupa Arabia is seeking a dedicated Registrar in Orthopedics to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves providing high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic services through both in-person clinic and virtual consultation settings, operating under the supervision of a Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon. The role is integral to Bupa CareConnect's integrated orthopedic services, focusing on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Specialist will leverage digital health platforms and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems to ensure seamless continuity of care across both face-to-face and remote consultations. This position is crucial for maintaining clinical quality, patient safety, and contributing to professional development within the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive orthopedic assessments through both in-person clinical appointments and virtual consultation platforms.
• Review medical history, symptoms, investigations, and imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT) across physical and remote consultation settings.
• Recommend and coordinate diagnostic investigations, imaging, and specialist referrals when required, regardless of consultation channel.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR system for all in-clinic and virtual encounters.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans suitable for delivery across both virtual and in-person clinic settings.
• Prescribe medications and recommend non-pharmacological interventions and minor procedures with clear remote-accessible instructions when applicable.
• Triage patient cases to determine whether management can be conducted virtually or requires in-clinic or surgical intervention.
• Provide structured virtual and in-person follow-up care, monitoring patient treatment adherence and recovery progress.
• Escalate complex or high-risk cases to the Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon or multidisciplinary teams when required.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements and patient safety standards across both in-person and virtual care settings.
• Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation for all patient interactions, including virtual consultation records and digital prescriptions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and departmental meetings.
• Report and manage clinical incidents and adverse events in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Adhere to ICC infection control protocols, telemedicine practice standards, and professional conduct requirements.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams across in-person clinics and digital orthopedic service channels.
• Coordinate referrals, investigations, and continuity of care seamlessly across virtual and face-to-face encounters.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case discussions, and virtual clinical handovers.
• Support smooth patient transitions between virtual consultations and in-clinic or surgical care when escalation is required.
• Liaise with administrative and support teams to ensure scheduling, documentation, and authorizations are managed across both care modalities.
• Provide empathetic, patient-centered orthopedic care with clarity and professionalism in both virtual and in-person settings.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, rehabilitation, and home-based exercises in a clear, accessible manner suitable for remote delivery.
• Ensure patients are clearly guided on when to attend in-clinic versus when virtual follow-up is appropriate.
• Support service excellence initiatives and respond to patient feedback for continuous improvement.
• Participate in CME activities, mentor junior physicians, support clinical governance activities, and contribute to departmental strategic initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Specialty training, Master's Degrees, or equivalent in Orthopedic Surgery.
• Valid SCFHS classification and registration as Registrar in Orthopedics.
• Valid medical license.
• Valid MOH license or eligibility for licensure in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in orthopedic assessments and diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions.
• Expertise in treatment planning and management strategies.
• Experience with EMR systems and digital health platforms.
• Strong understanding of patient safety and clinical quality improvement principles.
• Ability to foster multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Skilled in patient education and communication.
• Fluent in both Arabic and English.
• Competency in using EHRs and general computer applications.

Work Environment and Experience

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 0-1 years of experience. The position is integral to Bupa CareConnect's integrated orthopedic services, emphasizing the use of digital health platforms and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems to deliver patient-centered care.