
Consultant - Family Medicine
- Jeddah, Makkah
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct comprehensive telehealth consultations and in-person consultations via thorough patient history and physical examinations with patients experiencing Family Medicine and general medicine complaints
- Provide healthcare to all family medicine target population across age and gender
- Provide chronic diseases and preventive care consultations and follow up to patients as per clinical guidelines
- Utilize video conferencing platforms to assess patient symptoms, review medical history, and perform virtual examinations. Develop personalized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide ongoing patient education
- Deliver high-quality medical consultations to patients
- Utilize telehealth platforms for virtual appointments and conduct in-person assessments as needed.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including medication management, referrals to specialists, and lifestyle modifications
- Oversee ongoing care for chronic and acute conditions
- Adjust treatment plans as necessary based on patient feedback and clinical outcomes.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, specialists, and nurses, to ensure seamless patient care
- Practice population health management by identifying and addressing health issues at the community level, implementing preventive measures, and promoting health education and awareness
- Document findings and treatment plans meticulously in patient records.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing clear and concise explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
- Adhere to all relevant medical regulations, ethical guidelines, and quality assurance standards for telehealth practice and in-person practice
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telehealth regulations and best practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and document patient encounters accurately
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and clinical audits to enhance patient care and outcomes
- Regularly review compliance protocols and participate in training sessions.
- Collaborate with compliance officers to ensure all practices meet regulatory standards.
- Prepare reports for audits and inspections, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Stay updated on changes in healthcare regulations and implement necessary adjustments
- Continuously enhance professional knowledge and skills in family medicine, in-person and telehealth best practices
- Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and online courses. Stay abreast of advancements in family medicine, in-person care and telehealth technology
- Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in family medicine and telehealth technology
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations
- Maintain proficiency in utilizing the designated telehealth platform, including video conferencing, secure messaging, and electronic health records (EHR) integration
- Actively participate in training programs and stay updated on platform enhancements and best practices. Collaborate with IT support to troubleshoot any technical issues
- Maintain compliance with all patient safety standards and ensure patient safety across all clinical interactions
- Report any patient safety risks or issues to the appropriate staff in quality department
- Practice safe medicine to ensure no patient harm
- Explain medications possible side effects and proper use
- Maintain satisfactory patients consultations through communication, taking complete history, providing empathy and understanding of patients conditions and circumstances, explanation of diagnosis and proposed management plan and answering patient queries
- Monitor patient feedback and address concerns promptly.
- Implement safety protocols to minimize risks during consultations.
- Conduct regular training sessions on patient safety for healthcare staff.
- Utilize patient satisfaction surveys to gather insights for continuous improvement
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
- Share insights and recommendations to support patient-centered care approaches.
- Facilitate communication between team members regarding patient status and needs.
- Mentor junior staff and provide training on clinical protocols
- Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from an accredited medical school.
- Residency training in Family Medicine from an accredited program.
- Board certification in Family Medicine.
- Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) classification and registration as a Family Medicine Consultant.
- Proven experience as a Family Medicine Consultant or similar role, preferably in a primary care setting.
- Experience in practicing population health management and value-based care approaches.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and telemedicine platforms.
- Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish effective relationships with patients and colleagues.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in family medicine, population health management, and value-based care.