Psychiatry Consultant

Summary

Within the mission, vision, and values of Saudi Arabian Ministry of National Guard – Health Affairs, the Consultant in Psychiatry provides specialized mental health care, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of psychiatric disorders. The consultant is responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, supervising and training medical staff, participating in research activities, and contributing to the continuous improvement of mental health services.

Education/Qualifications Required:

1. Basic medical degree from recognized institution
2. Post-qualification certification

• • Qualification Source from: North America, Western Europe, Australia or New Zealand.  
    • USA: The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
    • Canada: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Certificate (RCPS-C)
    • UK and Ireland: GMC/CCST Specialist Register
    • Australia and New Zealand: Fellowship from the Royal College (FRACP)
    • Western Europe: Equivalent certification to the above

Experience Post-Qualifications:

• Minimum Three (3) years after board/equivalent certification in Ireland, UK, Australia, New Zealand and France (DES).
• Minimum Five (5) years after board/equivalent certification in Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Norway, Austria, Netherlands, Greece and France (DIS).

License:

Current and in a Good Standing Medical License to practice in country of residence.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, incorporating pharmacological and psychotherapeutic interventions.
• Supervise and mentor Associate Consultants, Assistant Consultants, residents, and medical students in psychiatric assessment and treatment.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency psychiatric care, including risk assessment and management of suicidal or violent patients.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, and psychiatric nurses, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Conduct psychiatric evaluations for patients referred from other specialties and provide expert consultations.
• Participate in hospital-wide mental health initiatives, including awareness programs and early intervention strategies.
• Engage in research and academic activities to advance psychiatric knowledge and improve clinical outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to ethical and legal standards in psychiatric practice, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and implement evidence-based practices in psychiatric care.