Head of Pediatrics

**Company**:One of Premier Hospitals
**Location**: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

**Job Type**: Full-time, Executive Leadership

**About Us**

A state-of-the-art, specialized tertiary care facility in Riyadh dedicated to providing world-class healthcare for women and children. Equipped with the latest technology, including a advanced NICU and PICU, we offer a full spectrum of pediatric subspecialties. Our mission is to deliver exceptional family-centered care, advance pediatric medicine through research, and train the next generation of pediatric leaders.

**The Opportunity**

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Strategic Leadership & Vision**:

- Develop and execute the long-term strategic vision for the Pediatrics Department, encompassing all general and sub-specialty services.
- Provide executive oversight for all pediatric divisions, including but not limited to: Neonatology (NICU), Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU), Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Adolescent Medicine.
- Drive clinical excellence, innovation, and the adoption of evidence-based practices and new treatment modalities.

**Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance**:

- Ensure the delivery of the highest quality, safe, and compassionate care to all pediatric patients and their families.
- Establish, implement, and monitor rigorous clinical protocols and policies to meet and exceed international accreditation standards (CBAHI, JCI).
- Champion hospital-wide quality improvement and patient safety initiatives specific to pediatric care.

**Administrative & Operational Management**:

- Manage the department’s financial performance, including budgeting, revenue cycle, resource allocation, and cost control.
- Optimize operational workflows to maximize efficiency, patient flow, and bed management in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Oversee the capital planning and procurement of pediatric-specific medical equipment.

**Academic & Professional Development**:

- Foster a robust academic environment by promoting clinical research, publications, and grant acquisition.
- Lead the recruitment, mentoring, and performance evaluation of all pediatric medical staff, including consultants, specialists, and residents.
- Develop and oversee accredited Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs and pediatric residency training (if applicable).

**Collaboration & Representation**:

- Serve as the primary liaison between the Pediatrics Department and hospital executive management, other clinical departments, and external partners.
- Represent the department in hospital-wide committees (e.g., Quality, Pharmacy, Ethics) and contribute to organizational strategic planning.
- Ensure full compliance with all regulations set forth by the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) and the Saudi Ministry of Health.

**Qualifications & Experience**:
**Essential**:

- Medical Degree (MD or MBBS) from an accredited institution.
- **American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH), or equivalent Western certification is mandatory. Sub-specialty board certification is highly desirable.**:

- Valid SCFHS license as a **Consultant in Pediatrics** (or eligibility for immediate transfer/classification).
- Minimum of **12-15 years of post-certification experience** in Pediatrics, with at least **5-7 years in a significant leadership role** (e.g., Division Chief, Department Chair, or Program Director) within a large, academic children's hospital or tertiary care facility.
- Proven track record in clinical leadership, departmental administration, financial management, and program development.
- Demonstrable experience in teaching, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills, with a passion for family-centered care.
- Previous leadership experience in the Middle East/GCC region.

**Desirable**:

- Fellowship training in a pediatric subspecialty (e.g., Neonatology, Pediatric Cardiology, Critical Care).
- Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA) or Business Administration (MBA).
- Experience in developing and managing pediatric residency training programs.