Consultant – Orthopaedics, Upper Limb (Part-Time)

About the role

A part-time, in-person position for an orthopaedic surgeon specialising in upper limb care at the ICC physical clinic in Riyadh. The consultant evaluates, diagnoses and manages acute and chronic shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand conditions, including fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, degenerative joint disease and nerve entrapment syndromes, and provides pre-operative assessment and post-operative follow-up.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, patient-centred care during scheduled part-time clinic sessions, with continuity of care coordinated with the full-time clinical and administrative teams.
• Conduct clinical evaluations including history taking, physical and functional examination and review of imaging findings.
• Develop individualised management plans, including non-operative treatment, pre-operative work-up and referrals for procedures, imaging or specialist input.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EHR and promote musculoskeletal health through preventive counselling and timely referral.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families and caregivers about diagnoses, treatment plans and follow-up.
• Take part in quality improvement, clinical audits and regulatory compliance, and mentor junior physicians and healthcare professionals.

Required profile

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD or equivalent) from an accredited medical school.
• Residency training in Orthopaedic Surgery from an accredited programme and board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery.
• Fellowship certification in Upper Limb, Hand or Wrist Surgery.
• SCFHS classification and registration as an Orthopaedic Surgery Consultant.
• Proven experience as an upper limb orthopaedic consultant or similar role, preferably in a hospital or outpatient setting; minimum 3 years of clinical practice.

Required skills

• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage caseload and priorities within limited part-time clinic hours and to coordinate with full-time colleagues.