Internal Medicine

Providing comprehensive medical care to adult patients in both physical and telemedicine settings in all internal medicine needs. Plays a critical role in diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions, managing complex medical cases, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Additionally, practices population health management and value-based care, focusing on improving patient outcomes through efficient and effective healthcare delivery, with a focus on optimizing resources and enhancing patient outcomes

Patient Consultations and Management

• Conduct comprehensive telehealth consultations via thorough patient history and physical examinations with patients experiencing internal and general medicine complaints
• Utilize video conferencing platforms to assess patient symptoms, review medical history, and perform virtual examinations. Develop personalized treatment plans, prescribe medications, and provide ongoing patient education
• Deliver high-quality medical consultations to patients
• Utilize telehealth platforms for virtual appointments and conduct in-person assessments as needed.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans, including medication management, referrals to specialists, and lifestyle modifications
• Oversee ongoing care for chronic and acute conditions
• Adjust treatment plans as necessary based on patient feedback and clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including primary care physicians, specialists, and nurses, to ensure seamless patient care
• Practice population health management by identifying and addressing health issues at the community level, implementing preventive measures, and promoting health education and awareness
• Document findings and treatment plans meticulously in patient records.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing clear and concise explanations of diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care
• Adhere to all relevant medical regulations, ethical guidelines, and quality assurance standards for telehealth practice
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of telehealth regulations and best practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and document patient encounters accurately
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and clinical audits to enhance patient care and outcomes
• Regularly review compliance protocols and participate in training sessions.
• Collaborate with compliance officers to ensure all practices meet regulatory standards.
• Prepare reports for audits and inspections, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Stay updated on changes in healthcare regulations and implement necessary adjustments

Professional Development

• Continuously enhance professional knowledge and skills in internal medicine, in-person and telehealth best practices
• Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and online courses. Stay abreast of advancements in internal medicine, in-person care and telehealth technology
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in otolaryngology and telehealth technology

Telehealth Platform Proficiency

• Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations
• Maintain proficiency in utilizing the designated telehealth platform, including video conferencing, secure messaging, and electronic health records (EHR) integration
• Actively participate in training programs and stay updated on platform enhancements and best practices. Collaborate with IT support to troubleshoot any technical issues

Patient Safety and Satisfaction

• Maintain compliance with all patient safety standards and ensure patient safety across all clinical interactions
• Report any patient safety risks or issues to the appropriate staff in quality department
• Practice safe medicine to ensure no patient harm
• Explain medications possible side effects and proper use
• Maintain satisfactory patients consultations through communication, taking complete history, providing empathy and understanding of patients conditions and circumstances, explanation of diagnosis and proposed management plan and answering patient queries
• Monitor patient feedback and address concerns promptly.
• Implement safety protocols to minimize risks during consultations.
• Conduct regular training sessions on patient safety for healthcare staff.
• Utilize patient satisfaction surveys to gather insights for continuous improvement

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
• Share insights and recommendations to support patient-centered care approaches.
• Facilitate communication between team members regarding patient status and needs.
• Mentor junior staff and provide training on clinical protocols

• Medical degree (MBBS, MD or equivalent) from an accredited medical school.
• Residency training in Internal Medicine from an accredited program.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine.
• Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) classification and registration as Internal Medicine Consultant.
• Proven experience as an Internal Medicine Consultant or similar role, preferably in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Experience in practicing population health management and value-based care approaches.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and telemedicine platforms.
• Strong clinical judgment and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish effective relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in internal medicine, population health management, and value-based care

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