Consultant - Internal Medicine & Adult Endocrinology

About the role

This full-time consultant position covers internal medicine and adult endocrinology in both physical and telemedicine settings. The consultant provides expert clinical care for conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal diseases and metabolic syndromes, works with a multidisciplinary team, manages population health and takes part in clinical education and research.

Key responsibilities

• Take detailed histories and perform physical examinations, then diagnose endocrine disorders using blood tests, ultrasound, MRI and other endocrine function tests
• Carry out telehealth consultations and develop personalized treatment plans, prescribing medications and giving ongoing patient education
• Oversee care for chronic and acute conditions and adjust treatment plans based on patient feedback and clinical outcomes
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, specialists and nurses, attend departmental meetings and facilitate referrals
• Practice population health management, prevention and health education
• Take part in quality assurance, audits and peer reviews, and follow clinical guidelines and safety protocols
• Report patient safety risks to the quality department and explain medications, side effects and the proposed management plan to patients
• Keep up with continuing medical education and stay compliant with health regulations and institutional policies

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree; preferred candidate is a senior management career level
• Proven experience diagnosing and managing a wide range of endocrine conditions
• Resides in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Required skills

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making
• Understanding of telehealth principles and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build rapport with patients remotely
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work independently and as part of a team