JOB SUMMARY

Geriatricians work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans that promote healthy aging, enhance functional independence, and optimize the overall quality of life for older patients, A background in general internal medicine is very beneficial for positions in geriatrics as these doctors are skilled in conducting assessments, which involve evaluating physical, mental, and social aspects of patients' well-being.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Provides high-quality care to elderly patients in this area of medicine. 
• Provide consultative service as requested. 
• Supervise fellows, staff/assistant physicians, and residents. 
• Actively participates in the training and teaching of residents and fellows in his area of expertise and Participates in research activities. 
• Participates in committees and other administrative functions as needed. 
• Performs special procedures as privileged. 
• Follows all hospital-related policies and procedures. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduate from a medical school of good standing.
• Completion of required period of training in internal Medicine and Subspecialty Geriatrics 
• (Arab , Jordanian, Lebanese,Algerian)Board certification in the relevant medical Internal Medicine- Geriatrics  is typically required or equivalent.
• Membership and/or Fellowship or their equivalent and fulfilling the criteria for the consultant as required
• A certificate recognized by the Saudi commission is a must.
• Dataflow is a must.

Professional Experience

• Min. 5 years Post Board/Fellowship in Internal Medicine /Sub specialty Geriatrics.
• A registered member of the Saudi Board Council

Language

• Proficiency in English; additional proficiency in Arabic may be beneficial.

References

• Positive professional references attesting to the candidate's skills and ethical conduct.