Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnosis and Treatment:
• Pediatric surgeons diagnose and treat a variety of conditions in young patients, including congenital malformations, injuries, and diseases requiring surgical procedures.
• Surgical Procedures:
• They perform a wide range of surgical procedures, from routine operations like hernia repair to complex surgeries like organ transplantation or cancer removal.
• Pre- and Post-operative Care:
• Pediatric surgeons provide comprehensive care, including pre-operative assessments, surgical procedures, and post-operative monitoring and management.
• Collaboration:
• They work closely with pediatricians, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other specialists to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Education and Communication:
• Pediatric surgeons educate patients and their families about the surgical procedure, its risks and benefits, and post-operative care instructions.
• Research and Innovation:
• They may be involved in research to improve surgical techniques and outcomes in pediatric patients.

Examples of Conditions Treated:

• Congenital Anomalies: Examples include heart defects, spina bifida, and cleft palate.
• Injuries: Fractures, burns, and lacerations requiring surgical repair.
• Diseases: Appendicitis, hernias, and tumors.
• Transplantations: Organ transplants for conditions like liver or kidney failure.
• Endoscopic Procedures: Procedures like colonoscopies for diagnosis and treatment.

Requirements

Education/ Professional Qualification

• Graduate of Medical School, recognized by the Medical Council of the country of origin.
• Completion of appropriate internship and residency programs
• Post-graduate qualifications in the specialty.

Experience

• At least three (3) years of practice in his / her specialty after obtaining the higher degree in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
• Subspecialty degree or structured subspecialty training preferred.

Professional Licensing / Certification / Training

• Membership, Fellowship and/or Board Certification in respective specialty.
• Relevant licensure from the country of origin, acceptable to Saudi Commission for Health Specialty and Ministry of Health.