Anesthesiology Physician - Consultant

Job Purpose: To ensure the safe administration of anesthesia and sedation, provide effective pain management, and support the perioperative care of patients undergoing medical and surgical procedures. Key Responsibilities and

Duties

• Administers anesthesia using various techniques (e.g., general anesthesia, local, neuraxial, or ultrasound guided nerve blocks) tailored to patient needs and as per assigned clinical privileges
• Performs Pre-anesthesia and pre-induction assessments for patients planned for anesthesia
• Monitors patients before, during, and after procedures to manage pain and maintain stable vital signs
• Responds to and manage adverse reactions or complications related to anesthesia
• Maintains accurate documentation of anesthesia administration, including medication types, dosages, and patient responses
• Assess patient risk by reviewing medical histories, conducting examinations, and ordering diagnostic tests when necessary
• Collaborates with surgeons, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to determine optimal anesthesia plans
• Provides airway management and life support during anesthesia and sedation
• Supervises recovery post-anesthesia and determines readiness for patient discharge from PACU. Guides and oversees residents, technicians, nurses, and support staff in anesthesia-related tasks
• Oversees the duties of residents, technicians, nurses and other healthcare support staff
• Educates patients and families about post-procedure care, potential complications, and preventive health strategies
• Participates in teaching activities, departmental rounds, and educational initiatives as requested
• Participates in departmental meetings and contribute to scientific and educational activities
• Ensures adherence to safety and quality protocols in line with organizational standards
• Be competent in advanced monitoring, sedation techniques, pharmacology, response to emergencies, managing complications and recovery protocols
• All Fakeeh Care employees are responsible for continuous improvement, including: Performing all duties and tasks in a manner that supports Fakeeh s Person-Centered care values
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, within the scope of the role
• Adherence to safety protocols and proactively seeking to address any job-related safety concerns
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all sensitive information accessed or encountered during work
• Complying with Cybersecurity policies and standards to protect Fakeeh s systems and participating in awareness training and initiatives to prevent Cyber threats
• Adhering to and upholding Fakeeh Care s code of conduct, policies and ethical standards
• Completion of mandatory education as per the requirement, at least one month prior to expiration
• Skills and Abilities: Must be able to clearly communicate with patients and their families, physician and non-medical staff
• Must be able to effectively present information to public group and Fakeeh Care top management
• Should possess good organization skills and be able to work under stressful situations
• Good computer skills

Experience

Completion of the required years of experience according to the regional health regulatory authority in recognized medical centers.

Education

Completion of structured training in Anesthesia or sub-specialty at a recognized medical center, and obtaining the highest professional degree in anesthesia by that medical center, with recognition from the regional health regulatory authority. Language: Excellent oral and written English skills; Arabic proficiency preferred. Licenses / Certifications: Valid practice license from a regional health regulatory authority (e.g., SCFHS/DHA). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and advanced licenses, if applicable.

Desired Candidate Profile

Completion of the required years of experience according to the regional health regulatory authority in recognized medical centers. Completion of structured training in Anesthesia or sub-specialty at a recognized medical center, and obtaining the highest professional degree in anesthesia by that medical center, with recognition from the regional health regulatory authority. Excellent oral and written English skills; Arabic proficiency preferred. Valid practice license from a regional health regulatory authority (e.g., SCFHS/DHA). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and advanced licenses, if applicable. Must be able to clearly communicate with patients and their families, physician and non-medical staff. Must be able to effectively present information to public group and Fakeeh Care top management. Should possess good organization skills and be able to work under stressful situations. Good computer skills. Be competent in advanced monitoring, sedation techniques, pharmacology, response to emergencies, managing complications and recovery protocols.