Consultant – Sports Medicine (Part-Time)

Job Description Provides specialised sports medicine care within the ICC physical clinic on a part-time, in-person basis, addressing a broad range of musculoskeletal and exercise-related conditions. Evaluates, diagnoses, and manages acute and chronic sports-related injuries, including patients with muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries, joint pain, overuse injuries, and those requiring concussion assessment or return-to-play evaluation. Delivers evidence-based, patient-centered care during scheduled part-time in-clinic sessions, ensuring continuity of care, appropriate diagnostic work-up, and injury management for patients seen. Coordinates closely with the full-time clinical and administrative teams to maintain continuity of care between sessions, applying population health and value-based care principles to improve clinical outcomes, optimise healthcare resources, and deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality sports medicine care, within the defined scope. Patient Consultations and Management • Deliver comprehensive, in-person sports medicine care during scheduled part-time clinic sessions at the ICC physical clinic, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up of acute and chronic musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions. • Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations, including history taking, physical and functional examination, and review of relevant imaging findings during each in-clinic visit. • Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based management plans, including non-operative management, rehabilitation and exercise prescription, and referrals for imaging, procedures, or specialist input when indicated. • Manage common sports medicine conditions, including muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries, joint pain, overuse injuries, and concussion, ensuring continuity and coordination of care with the full-time clinical team between sessions. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physiotherapy and orthopaedics, to deliver integrated, patient-centred care within the scope . • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EHR to support seamless handover and continuity of care. Promote musculoskeletal and exercise health through preventive counselling, injury-prevention guidance, return-to-play assessments, and population health and value-based care principles. Quality Assurance and Compliance • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and caregivers, providing clear guidance on diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care to support informed decision-making. • Ensure compliance with clinical, ethical, and regulatory standards while maintaining accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation for all in-clinic encounters. • Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based sports medicine practice and in-clinic regulations through continuous professional development. Contribute to clinical governance by participating in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and regulatory compliance programmes, within part-time hours. Professional Development • Maintain and continuously enhance clinical knowledge in sports medicine and in-person best practices • Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and continuing medical education (CME) activities to remain current with evidence-based practices in sports medicine. Integrate the latest clinical evidence into practice to continuously improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of patient care delivered during part-time sessions. Clinical Documentation and EHR Proficiency • Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with organisational policies and applicable data privacy regulations. • Demonstrate proficiency in the clinic's EHR system to ensure efficient, high-quality, and well-documented in-person consultations. Participate in ongoing training and adopt system enhancements and best practices, collaborating with relevant support teams to optimise performance and user experience. Patient Safety and Satisfaction • Uphold the highest standards of patient safety by delivering safe, evidence-based care and adhering to established clinical safety protocols during all in-person patient interactions. • Identify, report, and escalate patient safety risks, incidents, and quality concerns in accordance with organisational policies. • Counsel patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, medication use, potential adverse effects, and follow-up care to support informed decision-making and medication safety. • Deliver compassionate, patient-centred consultations through effective communication, comprehensive clinical assessment, empathy, and shared decision-making. Monitor patient feedback and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that strengthen patient safety, clinical outcomes, and service excellence Collaboration with Healthcare Teams • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care and optimise clinical outcomes, ensuring continuity between part-time in-clinic sessions and full-time coverage. • Provide clinical expertise and recommendations to support evidence-based decision-making and integrated care planning. • Facilitate clear and timely communication among healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care . Mentor and support junior physicians and healthcare professionals through clinical guidance and knowledge sharing during scheduled clinic time Skills • 2-3 years minimum in sports medicine clinical practice • • Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from an accredited medical school. • • Residency training in Family Medicine, from an accredited programme. • • Board certification in Family Medicine, • • Fellowship certification in Sports Medicine. • • Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) classification and registration as Sports Medicine Consultant. • • Proven experience as a Sports Medicine Consultant or similar role, preferably in a hospital or outpatient clinical setting. • • Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR). • • 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 within limited part-time clinic hours, managing caseload and priorities efficiently within scheduled sessions. • • Ability to coordinate effectively with full-time colleagues to ensure continuity of care between sessions. • Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on the latest advancements in sports medicine, population health management, and value-based care. 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Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) from an accredited medical school. Residency training in Family Medicine, from an accredited programme. Board certification in Family Medicine. Fellowship certification in Sports Medicine. Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) classification and registration as Sports Medicine Consultant. 2-3 years minimum in sports medicine clinical practice. Proven experience as a Sports Medicine Consultant or similar role, preferably in a hospital or outpatient clinical setting. Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR).

Provide specialised in-person sports medicine care during scheduled part-time clinic sessions, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up of acute and chronic musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions. Conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations (history, physical, functional exam, imaging review) and develop evidence-based management plans including non-operative care, rehabilitation, exercise prescription, and referrals. Manage common sports conditions with coordination with full-time team; collaborate with physiotherapy and orthopaedics for integrated care. Maintain accurate clinical documentation in the EHR; ensure patient safety and high-quality care; participate in quality improvement, audits, and regulatory compliance. Engage in professional development, attend CME activities, and stay updated on best practices. Mentor junior physicians and healthcare professionals; support communication across multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care between part-time sessions and full-time coverage.