General Physician

General Physician Basic Function
Serves as a general practitioner, diagnoses and treats patients for diseases
and disabilities; directs preventive care of patients according to approved
procedures which are part of an integrated program of curative and preventive
services.
Scope
The work is in Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare Primary Care Services Division
in Dhahran, Al Hasa, Ras Tanura, Abqaiq and Udahliyah. May be assigned to any
of the Company’s out-patient services including rotational duty in Primary
Care Services in all locations. Supervised by the Unit Heads in his work
location and Chief of Primary Care Services. Day-to-day work direction
including assignment of duties and on-the-job review of actual work performed
and technical advice usually provided by a Head Physician or Chief of Primary
Care Services. Supervisors make spot checks on the accuracy and completeness
of patient records, observing diagnoses made and treatments rendered. Advice
and consultation is received from the supervisor, work director or medical
specialists in treating difficult cases. The majority of professional problems
encountered are solved without reference to the supervisor.
Principal Contacts
Most contacts are with patients and their supervisors or relatives, involving
the interpretation of medical information to the layman. Has no responsibility
for capital expenditures.
Principal Duties
Works as a physician in one of more of the following assignments:

Performs the professional duties of a General Practice physician in a manner
consistent with his/her training and in accordance with the privileges
delineated by the credentials committee.

Out-patient clinics: Examines and treats patients coming to the out-
patient clinics. Takes medical history, examines patient, makes diagnosis and
prescribes medications and other therapies. Seeks specialist consultation when
necessary.

Follow patients through their illnesses at appropriately spaced intervals.
Orders laboratory and x-ray procedures and interprets results as required.
Orders or applies such preventive measures as may be indicated. Performs
physical examinations on employees, wives and children. Makes recommendations
as to fitness for employment. Takes appropriate action to counsel patient on
any physical defects uncovered during the examinations and makes appropriate
arrangements for treatment and follow-up. Advises the Company of employees’
limitations in capacity to perform work because of health. Must be familiar
with local or industrial factors which may produce disease or dysfunction
(e.g. noise, toxic substances, child delivery and feeding practices, etc.).

Emergency Receiving Room: Determines which cases constitute an emergency,
extends rapid treatment to the patient as needed, makes quick decisions,
chooses the correct consultant for immediate judgment and treatment if
necessary. Advises nursing personnel regarding medical problems; response to
radio/telephone calls from remote areas requesting medical advice;
occasionally must go on emergency ambulance trips or otherwise use good
judgment in responding to bona fide outside emergencies. This duty is
principally at night and on weekends. ( applicable to the relevant District )

Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities as well as
other professional activities. Attend continuing medical education (CME)
meetings as time permits. Provides patient care in accordance with the best
available evidence based practice.

Completes all medical records and case histories promptly, indicating there on
the diagnosis and treatment given. Is responsible for the medical accuracy,
completeness and confidential nature of patients’ medical records.

Provides health counseling of patients as needed.

Attends professional and Company meetings as directed by the supervisor.
Occasionally prepares cases for presentation at ward rounds and staff
meetings. Prepares medical papers for delivery at group meetings.

Experience
A minimum of two years satisfactory practice in general medicine after
internship, either in a hospital, private practice or the equivalent.

Certifications/Other requirements as applicable

Proficient in English.

Good physical and mental condition.

Current medical license from country of origin to practice

Arabic language is preferred.