Consultant – Pediatric Hematology & Oncology - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

📋 Full Job Description:

🔍 Position Overview:

• Full-time, Consultant role in the Department of Pediatric Hematology & Oncology
• Focused on treating children with cancer and complex hematologic conditions

🩺 Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and manage:
  • Leukemia, lymphoma, solid tumors, sickle cell disease, hemophilia, and platelet disorders
• Develop and supervise patient-specific treatment plans including:
  • Chemotherapy regimens
  • Stem cell transplant preparation/follow-up
  • Targeted therapies and immunotherapy
• Work within multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with:
  • Pediatric oncologists, hematologists, surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, and palliative care
• Guide and educate patients’ families regarding:
  • Disease progression
  • Therapy benefits and potential side effects
  • Prognosis and care planning
• Contribute to clinical research, clinical trial enrollment, and academic publications
• Maintain detailed medical records and ensure adherence to Saudi medical regulations and international protocols (e.g. SIOP, ASH, COG)

🎓 Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or equivalent) from an accredited medical school
• Board-certified in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology (American, Canadian, UK CCT, or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years of Consultant experience in pediatric oncology/hematology
• Expertise in chemotherapy, pediatric cancer supportive care, and blood disorders
• Strong family-centered communication skills
• Eligibility for Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) licensing

🎁 Benefits:

• Monthly tax-free salary: SAR 65,000 – 70,000
• Additional performance-based bonuses available
• Full medical insurance for self and family
• Relocation support for overseas candidates (flight, housing allowance)
• Access to advanced pediatric oncology technologies and international medical collaborations
• Opportunities for academic appointments, teaching, and national pediatric cancer strategy involvement