Assistant Consultant Plastic Surgery

About the Role

National Guard Health Affairs (NGHA) is seeking an Assistant Consultant Plastic Surgery to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time role is governed by the responsibilities outlined in the Medical Staff Bylaws and focuses on providing and promoting a high standard of quality in plastic surgery surgical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate in the operating room within approved privileges.
• Maintain presence in the working vicinity during normal working hours and be available for contact while in town.
• Work under the direct supervision of a consultant and the Section Head, Division of Plastic Surgery.
• Carry out assigned specific duties within the Division of Plastic Surgery with restricted responsibilities as requested by the immediate senior and approved by the Section Head.
• Participate actively in the training and education of junior staff.
• Attend and contribute to all plastic surgery division academic activities and research initiatives.
• Attend and participate in all division meetings and Department of Surgery staff meetings.
• Be actively involved in the ongoing quality management program.
• During on-call periods, manage all admissions and discharges in the Emergency Room.
• Meet the Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements of Saudi specialization.
• Ensure proper Travel Request Authorization (TRA) is approved by the Chairman before taking leave.
• Maintain a collaborative and supportive teamwork environment within the Division of Plastic Surgery.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by senior staff.

Scope of Practice

The Assistant Consultant Plastic Surgery is allowed certain aspects of primary care responsibilities within approved privileges. These responsibilities are defined and supervised by a senior consultant and approved by the Section Head, Division of Plastic Surgery. This role does not include admission privileges.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Graduation from a medical school recognized by NGHA.
• Successful completion of a structured, accredited residency training program in Plastic Surgery acceptable to NGHA.

Work Environment

This position is based in Riyadh and requires a commitment to teamwork and adherence to established medical bylaws and quality management programs within the National Guard Health Affairs.