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Job Advertisement – Saudi General Practitioner (GP) – Dialysis Unit
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Saudi General Practitioner (GP) to join our Dialysis Unit and contribute to delivering exceptional patient-centered care. The successful candidate will work closely with nephrology consultants, nursing teams, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to provide high-quality chronic hemodialysis services and ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
Position Title
* Saudi General Practitioner (GP) – Dialysis Unit
Key Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
* Perform comprehensive admission examinations for all newly referred patients and accurately document clinical findings.
* Conduct and document patient assessments, including vital signs, physical and mental health status, dialysis orders, and compliance with prescribed dietary and medication regimens.
* Provide chronic hemodialysis therapy and formulate dialysis treatment plans through various vascular access methods while adhering to all applicable safety protocols for patients with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
* Assess patients daily and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
* Participate in unit rounds with consulting physicians and discuss patient treatment plans as required.
* Inform the Senior Physician of any significant changes in patients’ medical conditions and the actions taken.
* Follow Senior Physician instructions regarding individualized patient treatment plans.
* Perform clinical procedures and modify patient prescriptions as requested by the Senior Physician.
* Evaluate patients upon request from nursing staff and provide appropriate medical interventions.
* Document all treatments, follow-up plans, and clinical progress in patient medical records.
* Complete comprehensive annual patient reviews and present findings during regular unit meetings after consultant review.
* Develop competencies in specialized nephrology-related procedures under senior staff supervision.
* Monitor and analyze laboratory investigations, identify abnormalities, and initiate appropriate actions.
* Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency medical procedures when required.
* Initiate emergency treatment plans and ensure complete and accurate documentation.
* Participate in mandatory in-service education programs, including CPR certification, Health & Safety training, disaster preparedness, and fire drills.
* Participate in clinical audits and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and clinical outcome implementation.
* Participate in departmental educational activities, including medical rounds, tutorials, and journal clubs.
* Report incidents or situations that may compromise patient, visitor, or staff safety through the appropriate chain of command.
* Deliver high-quality patient care in a respectful, compassionate, and professional manner.
* Attend all mandatory onboarding and ongoing training programs.
* Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, safety regulations, and clinical standards.
* Collaborate effectively with nursing, clinical, and administrative teams.
* Perform administrative and clerical duties as required.
* Participate actively in the center’s on-call duty roster.
* Provide coverage across dialysis centers within Saudi Arabia when required and acknowledge that the assigned workplace may change based on operational needs.
* Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including quality measures, medical KPIs, CBAHI standards, and all applicable Saudi healthcare regulatory requirements.
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Education and Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
* A Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) degree from an accredited institution.
* A valid professional classification and license issued by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) as a General Practitioner or Nephrology Resident.
* Valid license to practice medicine in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
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Experience and Requirements
* Minimum of two (2) years of professional clinical experience following internship or postgraduate medical training, preferably in Internal Medicine and/or Nephrology.
* Experience in dialysis or nephrology services is highly desirable.
* Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Arabic. Candidates without Arabic fluency may only be considered in exceptional circumstances.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making skills.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and in demanding clinical environments.
* Physically fit and medically able to perform duties that may require extended working hours, mobility, and emergency response activities.
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Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to work within a specialized dialysis and nephrology healthcare environment.
* Collaborative multidisciplinary team culture.
* Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
* Commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
Apply now and become part of a healthcare team dedicated to improving the lives of patients through exceptional renal care.
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