Consultant Pediatric Endocrinologist - Riyadh

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Pediatric Endocrinologist to join a leading healthcare organization in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide specialized care for infants, children, and adolescents with endocrine and metabolic disorders, delivering evidence-based treatment while working within a multidisciplinary pediatric team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to practice in a modern healthcare environment with access to advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage a wide range of pediatric endocrine disorders, including diabetes mellitus, growth disorders, thyroid diseases, adrenal disorders, pituitary disorders, obesity, and metabolic bone diseases.
• Conduct comprehensive endocrine evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage children and adolescents with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, including insulin therapy and continuous glucose monitoring systems.
• Provide specialized care for disorders of puberty, growth hormone deficiencies, and congenital endocrine conditions.
• Interpret laboratory investigations, imaging studies, and endocrine function tests.
• Collaborate with pediatricians, geneticists, dietitians, psychologists, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding disease management, treatment adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and case discussions.
• Supervise and mentor junior physicians, residents, fellows, and allied healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, research, and continuing medical education activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification in Pediatrics.
• Fellowship or Subspecialty Certification in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing as a Consultant Pediatric Endocrinologist.
• Extensive experience in managing pediatric diabetes and complex endocrine disorders.
• Strong clinical judgment and evidence-based practice approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Eligibility for licensure with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Western Board Certification (UK CCT, American Board, Canadian Fellowship, Australian Fellowship, or equivalent).
• Experience working in tertiary-care children's hospitals or academic medical centers.
• Research, teaching, or publication experience in Pediatric Endocrinology.
• Experience with insulin pump therapy and advanced diabetes technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• Housing and relocation assistance.
• Annual flight allowance.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• CME and professional development support.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading healthcare organization.
• Modern facilities with advanced pediatric endocrinology services.