CONSULTANT, NEUROLOGY King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (Gen. Org.)

Responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of medical diseases and conditions, as well as the provision of medical care in the field of Neurology in accordance with current medical staff bylaws, rules and regulations and the hospital s policies and procedures.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Clinical Responsibilities

1. Provides high quality patient care in all aspects of Neurology according to his/her approved clinical privileges.
2. Provides consultation (inpatient, outpatient emergency room, other patient areas) upon request and responds in a timely manner within the prescribed timeframe as outlined in the organization policy.
3. Responsible for the timely completion, competencies, accuracy and eligibility of the medical report.
4. Provides on-call service and ensures availability and response time with the prescribed time within the prescribed timeframe in accordance with hospital policy.
5. Conducts daily morning rounds to identify patients ready for discharge. Ensures that discharge orders are within 24 hours prior to discharge.
6. Performs any other clinical responsibilities related to Neurology as assigned.

Academic Responsibilities

1. Provides orientation, bedside and supervision to interns, residents and fellows as assigned.
2. Participates in Department s educational activities and training programs. Partakes in national and international medical conferences.
3. Maintains and enhances professional knowledge and continuing education requirements.

Research Responsibilities

1. Participates in clinical, basic and translational research projects in accordance with Research Advisory Council Policy in order to advance knowledge, improve the quality of postgraduate education and contribute to the national and international recognition of the organization.

Administrative Responsibilities

1. Undertakes the administrative duties assigned by Head of Section or Chairman.