Consultant Anaesthetist – Permanent Role – Saudi Arabia

Consultant Anaesthesia opportunity – Jeddeh – Saudi Arabia

CPL UK are pleased to announce that we are assisting in the recruitment for this position on behalf of the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA). This position is for their flagship hospital in Jeddah and they will be hosting in-person interviews in central London.

The interviews

Interviews will be conducted on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th February 2024 from 10am-5pm. These interviews will be face-to-face with a delegation of representatives from MNGHA including directors, senior management, doctors, and HR personnel. The interviews will take place in Central London; location and further details will be provided upon successful application.

Please note that if you cannot attend the interviews in person, your application will not be successful. We will not be conducting any virtual interviews on these dates.

Specialties and Qualifications required

To be considered for this position, you must meet the minimum regulations of the Saudi Council for Health Specialties requirements as listed below. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

CONSULTANT REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON POSTS

• Minimum of 3 years Consultant experience
• Minimum of 3 years post UK CCT or equivalent western qualification
• Minimum of 5 years post UK Specialist registration / CESR

Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA)

MNGHA is a government funded health system which is affiliated with the Ministry of National Guard and the Saudi Arabian National Guard. They have major facilities throughout the major regions of the Kingdom and are viewed as one of the best employers in the Middle East.

Being a government organisation, MNGHA has many similarities to working in the UK, and is recommended as a suitable place for a doctor familiar with the NHS to join, especially if it’s your first time working in Saudi Arabia. They operate a forty-hour working week split over five days, offering a balance between work and family as well as similar responsibilities and departmental structure to support a seamless transition.

They offer benefits including free fully furnished housing in a western compound, free flight tickets, an educational allowance for dependents, free healthcare for you and your dependents, and more. Salaries are above market rate and, combined with these benefits, create a favourable package.

You will be housed in onsite accommodation with required amenities and facilities for you and your family, and be close to leisure opportunities in Jeddah.

The Hospital

Located in the metropolitan city of Jeddah, the site opened in 1982 with a capacity of 751 beds, 10 departments, and a variety of specialised services. The facility provides primary, secondary, and tertiary care to MNGHA personnel, civilian employees, their dependents, and VIP patients within the western region. It has a strong focus on disease prevention and provides specialist care in Anaesthesia & ICU, Cardiopulmonary Services, Oral & Dental Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Medical Imaging, General Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Paediatrics, and various types of Surgery. It is also home to a state-of-the-art Oncology Centre with Medical and Paediatric Oncology as focal areas, and has expanded services to include Bone Marrow Transplantation, Brachytherapy, and Outreach Programs.

The city of Jeddah

Jeddah is a modern, metropolitan port city in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, located along the Red Sea coastline. It offers beaches, corniches, shopping malls, restaurants, and leisure activities, including the Jeddah Waterfront (opened in 2017). The city also provides sporting facilities and expansive areas for walking, cycling, and other activities.

Jeddah is a dynamic place to live and work, offering opportunities for you and your family.

HOW TO APPLY

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