King Salman Specialized Hospital - Taif
General Information
King Salman Specialized Hospital stands at the forefront of cutting-edge healthcare in Taif, seamlessly integrating state-of-the-art technology with compassionate patient care. Comprising three main parts – The Inpatient, The Diagnostic and Treatment (D and T) Podium, and The Clinics Building – this modern medical complex caters to both inpatient and outpatient needs with exceptional expertise.
Situated next to the new MNGHA Saudi Arabian National Guard housing (SANG) development, the hospital’s location ensures easy access for patients and healthcare professionals alike.
As a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified building, King Salman Specialized Hospital prioritizes sustainability, meeting international standards for eco-friendly design.
With a capacity for 300 beds, this newly established hospital underscores the government’s dedication to improving healthcare facilities across the region, promising top-tier standards and outstanding care for every patient.
Hospital Location
KSSH is located in Taif City in the western side of Saudi Arabia with an estimated population of 688,693 people, making it the 6th most populous city in the kingdom. It is considered the summer capital of Saudi Arabia and enjoys a moderate weather on higher slopes with an elevation of 1,879 m (6,165 ft). The city is connected to the nearby resort town of Al-Hada via the iconic Highway 15 (Taif – Al-Hada Road). Taif City pplays an active role in the agricultural output of Saudi Arabia where cultivation of grapes, pomegranate, figs, roses and honey are grown and harvested. It is known as “City of the Roses” as it actively manufactures the traditional Rose Attar aka Rose water.
Employment Information
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- The hospital has been awarded the Patient Care Initiative of the Year – Saudi Arabia and Technology Innovation of the Year – Saudi Arabia prize in the Healthcare Asia Awards 2023.
- Working hours varies per department (average) 44 hours per week.
- 5 days a week / The number of hours in a shift varies somewhat from department to department but generally does not exceed 10 hours
- Saudi Arabia now enjoys a Sunday to Thursday work week, with Friday and Saturday its official weekend
- Usually, the hospital will provide candidates a white outfit, but they are permitted to wear colorful shirts
- The trousers should always be white.
- Candidates need to bring their own shoes for work. They need to be light colored but not necessarily white.
- Fully furnished Housing with basic appliances will be provided. Usually comes with 3 bedded room.
- Free electricity and water
- Housing accommodation inside/ outside the complex, depends on the availability of the accommodation
- Tax Fee Income
- Sign-on Bonus for some difficult-to-find positions (Nurses and Allied Health Staff)
- Forty (40) calendar days per service year paid vacation
- Free mobilization Air tickets from the Point of Origin
- Ticket to return to point of hire at the end of your contract
- Suitable housing provided, depending on position, married status, availability and etc.
- Free shuttle bus for shopping trips every night from Sunday to Thursday.
- Medical services for the employee and agreed dependents will be entitled to medical treatment along the contract duration, according to hospital regulation in addition to dental treatment and plastic surgery for emergency cases only. Infertility treatment is an exemption.
- Children’s education allowance (when offered a Married Status Contract) to assist in offsetting costs for children’s schooling. It’s a set amount for up to 2 children (depending on grade) aged between 5 to 18 years old when living with parents in the country. If children living abroad and parents in KSA, they will receive also, education allowance
- Contracts offered on Married Status for Physicians (can bring the long spouse and up to 2 children under the age of 18 years).
- Contracts offered on Single Status for Nurses (can not bring along any family member)
- Contracts offered on Single Status or Married Status for Allied Health staff, depending on grade
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