Senior Registrar – Nephrology Specialist In KSA

Senior Registrar – Nephrology SpecialistLocation: Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaDepartment: NephrologyPosition: Senior Registrar / Senior Specialist – NephrologyLicense Requirement: Valid SCFHS Professional Registration / License in NephrologyJob SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Registrar / Senior Specialist – Nephrology to provide high-quality inpatient and outpatient nephrology care. The successful candidate will assess and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney diseases, renal failure, electrolyte and acid-base disorders, hypertension, and dialysis-related conditions, while working collaboratively with consultants and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.A valid Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) professional classification and registration appropriate to the position is required. SCFHS identifies professional classification as the basis for determining the appropriate professional grade, followed by professional registration for lawful practice in Saudi Arabia.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic renal disorders.Manage acute kidney injury (AKI), chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), glomerular diseases, nephrotic/nephritic syndromes, and electrolyte disorders.Provide nephrology consultations for inpatient, emergency, and outpatient cases.Assess patients requiring hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis and coordinate appropriate renal replacement therapy.Manage complications associated with dialysis and advanced kidney disease.Participate in the care of critically ill patients with renal and electrolyte abnormalities.Evaluate hypertension, including resistant and secondary hypertension.Review laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic investigations and formulate appropriate treatment plans.Coordinate patient care with intensivists, internists, surgeons, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other specialists.Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and clinical case discussions.Perform or assist with appropriate nephrology procedures according to institutional privileges and competency.Provide education and counseling to patients and families regarding kidney disease, dialysis, transplantation, medication, diet, and follow-up.Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation.Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement, patient-safety initiatives, teaching, and continuing professional development.Comply with hospital policies, Saudi healthcare regulations, infection-control standards, and professional ethics.Escalate complex cases to the Consultant Nephrologist when appropriate.QualificationsMBBS/MD or equivalent medical degree.Recognized postgraduate qualification in Internal Medicine.Recognized postgraduate qualification in Nephrology or an equivalent specialty/subspecialty qualification appropriate for Senior Registrar/Senior Specialist classification.Relevant clinical experience in nephrology.Valid SCFHS professional classification and registration/license for the applicable professional category.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS may be required according to hospital policy.Good command of written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.