Consultant Gastroenterologist

What the work is

About the Role Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib (HMG) is seeking a Consultant Gastroenterologist to provide high-standard clinical care and expertise in the assessment, investigation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with gastroenterological conditions. This full-time role requires 2-5 years of experience and involves active participation in continuous quality improvement activities within the department and hospital. Key Responsibilities Manage assigned clinics according to the approved rota. Admit patients under care within assigned privileges when indicated. Conduct initial assessments, investigations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of patients. Prescribe and administer medication, therapy, or other appropriate care. Explain procedures and discuss diagnostic results or treatments with patients and authorized attendants. Monitor patient conditions, progress, and adjust treatment as necessary. Refer patients to other specialists and provide consulting services to other physicians. Perform daily rounds on admitted and referred patients. Document and ensure completeness of all medical records, updating patient progress appropriately. Authenticate medical records at initial entries and progress notes using personal login credentials. Review and validate entries and notes of junior medical staff for patients under care. Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for which privileges are granted. Approve discharge summaries, follow-up plans, and medical reports. Assume Head of Department duties when required by management. Ensure implementation of approved policies, procedures, and clinical pathways. Direct, supervise, and coordinate activities of medical staff involved in patient care. Contribute to the development of policies and procedures for continuous quality improvement. Serve on Departmental/Hospital Committees as required. Ensure adherence to Islamic Values and Medical Ethics. Participate in on-call duties and emergency codes, including Code Blue. Provide patient medical reports and information as requested by the Head of Department or Hospital Administrator/Medical Director. Identify and report Medico-Legal Cases to management in accordance with hospital policy. Participate in clinical/academic activities and patient/family education on healthy lifestyles. Contribute to community health awareness and education. Maintain regularity and punctuality in assigned duties. Follow all hospital policies and procedures. Obtain informed consent for all diagnostic procedures, operations, tests, or treatments. Participate in and lead person-centered care initiatives. Provide orientation, bedside training, and supervision to trainees. Participate in self and others' education, training, and development. Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect, and dignity. Perform other applicable tasks and duties within the scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Qualifications and Experience Graduate of a Medical School recognized by the Medical Council of the country of origin. Completion of appropriate internship and residency programs. Post-graduate qualifications in the specialty. At least three (3) years of practice in the specialty after obtaining the higher degree in a Tertiary Care Hospital. A subspecialty degree or structured subspecialty training is preferred.