Internal Medicine & Nephrology
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About the Role
Bupa is seeking a Consultant Internal Medicine & Nephrology to deliver comprehensive medical care in both physical and virtual settings. The role involves diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, with specialized expertise in nephrology.
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Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive telehealth and in person consultations covering internal medicine and general medicine complaints
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic internal medicine conditions including hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and nephrology presentations
- Provide clinical leadership and professional guidance within the Internal Medicine and Nephrology service lines
- Contribute to development and implementation of clinical pathways, protocols, and SOPs
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements and patient safety standards
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across in person and digital service channels
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses and chronic disease management
Requirements
- Board certification (Saudi Board or internationally recognized equivalent) in Nephrology or Internal Medicine with Nephrology subspecialty
- Active SCFHS classification and registration at Consultant level
- Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from an accredited institution
- Valid medical license
- Excellent communication skills
- Fluent in Arabic and English
- Ability to use EHRs and computer
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Job Description
- The Consultant Internal Medicine & Nephrology Sub specialty is responsible for delivering comprehensive, evidence based medical care to adult patients across both physical and virtual consultation settings within Bupa CareConnect and ICC.
Patient Consultations & Clinical Assessment
- Conduct comprehensive telehealth and in person consultations covering the full spectrum of internal medicine and general medicine complaints.
- Perform detailed clinical assessments including history taking, physical examination, and review of diagnostic investigations across virtual and physical settings.
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of acute and chronic internal medicine conditions, including hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, respiratory illness, and complex multisystem disorders.
- Specialize in nephrology presentations: CKD, AKI, glomerulonephritis, nephrotic syndrome, hypertensive nephropathy, diabetic nephropathy, electrolyte disorders, and renal stones.
- Interpret and correlate laboratory investigations, urinalysis, renal imaging, renal biopsy findings, and dialysis adequacy parameters.
- Develop individualized, evidence based treatment and follow up plans.
- Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR for all encounters.
- Escalate complex or high risk cases to tertiary services or inpatient management when clinically required.
Clinical Leadership & Service Development
- Provide clinical leadership and professional guidance within the Internal Medicine and Nephrology service lines at Bupa CareConnect / ICC.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical pathways, protocols, and SOPs for both internal medicine and nephrology care across virtual and physical settings.
- Support operational planning to ensure continuity of service coverage and patient accessibility.
- Participate in strategic initiatives to enhance integrated care delivery within CareConnect and ICC.
- Assist in evaluating and optimizing tele medicine workflows, virtual clinic processes, and chronic disease management pathways.
- Mentor junior physicians, support clinical governance activities, and contribute to departmental strategic initiatives.
Clinical Quality and Patient Safety
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance requirements and patient safety standards across both in person and virtual care settings.
- Maintain accurate and timely EMR documentation for all patient interactions including virtual consultation records and digital prescriptions.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and departmental meetings.
- Report and manage clinical incidents and adverse events in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Support compliance with CBAHI, JCI, and other applicable accreditation requirements.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Collaborate with healthcare teams across in person clinic and digital service channels including primary care physicians, specialists, nurses, and allied health.
- Coordinate referrals, investigations, and continuity of care seamlessly across virtual and face to face encounters.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case discussions, and virtual clinical handovers.
- Liaise with administrative and support teams to ensure scheduling, documentation, and authorizations are managed across both care modalities.
- Share insights and recommendations to support patient centered care approaches.
Patient Experience and Education
- Promote a culture of patient safety, empathy, and patient centered care across all consultation channels.
- Educate patients and families on diagnoses, chronic disease management (CKD progression, dietary management, fluid restrictions, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications) in a format accessible for both in person and virtual delivery.
- Address patient concerns with clarity, compassion, and professionalism, ensuring patients are clearly guided on when to attend in clinic versus virtual follow up.
- Monitor patient satisfaction feedback and participate in service improvement initiatives.
- Ensure confidentiality and protection of patient information in all interactions.
- Maintain Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 75 or higher.
Professional Development
- Continuously enhance professional knowledge and clinical skills in internal medicine and nephrology through CME activities, conferences, and online courses.
- Stay updated of advancements in internal medicine, nephrology, telehealth technology, and value based care.
- Maintain proficiency in utilizing the designated telehealth platform including video conferencing, secure messaging, and EHR integration.
- Actively participate in training programs and stay updated on platform enhancements; collaborate with IT support to troubleshoot technical issues.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with applicable regulations.
Skills
- Board certification (Saudi Board or internationally recognized equivalent) in Nephrology or Internal Medicine with Nephrology subspecialty.
- Active SCFHS classification and registration at Consultant level.
- Medical degree (MBBS/MD or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
- Valid medical license.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Fluent in Arabic and English.
- Ability to use EHRs and computer.
Education
- Medicine and Surgery
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