Geriatric Medicine Consultant

Join King Abdulaziz Medical City in Jeddah as a Geriatric Medicine Consultant

 

Why Join KAMC-Jeddah?

✅ World-Class Facilities – Work in a leading tertiary care hospital equipped with cutting-edge transplant technology.
✅ Career Advancement – Engage in cutting-edge research, mentorship programs, and professional growth opportunities.
✅ Exceptional Benefits – Enjoy a tax-free salary, relocation assistance, and comprehensive healthcare coverage.

If you’re an experienced Geriatric Medicine Consultant looking to advance your career in a world-class medical setting, apply today!

Summary

As a Consultant in Geriatric Medicine,  you will provide expert medical care for elderly patients, managing complex chronic conditions, frailty, and cognitive disorders. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to enhance the quality of life for older adults, focusing on both preventive and therapeutic approaches.

Education / Qualifications Required

• Basic medical degree from a recognized institution.
• Post-qualification certification from one of the following:
  • USA: American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) – Geriatric Medicine Certification
  • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in Geriatric Medicine
  • UK & Ireland: CCT in Geriatric Medicine / GMC Specialist Register
  • Australia & New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Geriatric Medicine
  • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience Required

• Minimum (3) Three years post-board certification for candidates from the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, and France (DES).
• Minimum (5) Five years post-board certification for candidates from Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Austria, Netherlands, Greece, and France (DIS).

License & Certifications

• Current and in Good Standing Medical License to practice in the country of residence.
• BLS/ACLS Certification (Basic & Advanced Life Support).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage age-related conditions, including frailty, dementia, osteoporosis, and polypharmacy.
• Develop personalized treatment plans for elderly patients, addressing both medical and functional needs.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, and palliative care specialists.
• Assess and manage cognitive impairment and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
• Provide rehabilitation and fall prevention strategies for at-risk elderly patients.
• Participate in on-call duties for acute geriatric care and medical emergencies.

Academic & Research Responsibilities

• Train and mentor junior doctors, medical students, and allied health professionals in geriatric care principles.
• Engage in clinical research focused on aging, frailty, and age-related diseases.
• Stay updated with evidence-based best practices in geriatric medicine.

Administrative & Quality Improvement

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, ethical standards, and patient safety protocols.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives to enhance geriatric care services.