CONSULTANT PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

About the Role

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center (KFSH) in Jeddah is seeking a Consultant, Pediatric Cardiology. This full-time role involves the diagnosis and treatment of medical diseases and conditions within Pediatric Cardiology, ensuring the provision of high-quality medical care in accordance with established medical staff bylaws, rules, regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care across all aspects of Pediatric Cardiology, adhering to approved clinical privileges.
• Deliver consultations for inpatients and emergency room cases upon request, responding promptly within the timeframe outlined in KFSH&RC policy.
• Ensure timely completion, accuracy, and eligibility of medical records.
• Provide on-call service, maintaining availability and response times in accordance with hospital policy.
• Conduct daily morning rounds to identify patients ready for discharge and ensure discharge orders are written 24 hours prior to discharge.
• Perform other assigned clinical responsibilities related to Pediatric Cardiology.

Academic and Research Contributions

• Provide orientation, bedside training, and supervision to interns, residents, and fellows as assigned.
• Participate in departmental educational activities, training programs, and national and international medical conferences.
• Maintain and enhance professional knowledge and fulfill continuing education requirements.
• Engage in clinical, basic, and translational research projects in line with Research Advisory Council Policy to advance knowledge, improve postgraduate education, and contribute to the national and international recognition of KFSH&RC.

Administrative Duties

• Undertake administrative duties assigned by the Head of Section or Chairman.
• Participate in all mandatory departmental activities and serve on departmental and hospital committees and other administrative functions as required.
• Assist the department in developing and implementing techniques and practices to maximize resource utilization within the department and across KFSH&RC.
• Adhere to current hospital and medical staff bylaws, relevant rules, regulations, and policies, and stay updated on any changes.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates for this role should possess 7-10 years of relevant experience in Pediatric Cardiology. Specific educational qualifications and certifications will be assessed based on the hospital's credentialing requirements.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, within a leading medical institution committed to patient care, education, and research.