Registrar - Dermatology

Overview

The Registrar Dermatology is a physician in advanced specialty training who delivers comprehensive dermatological care through in-person and telemedicine platforms. The role involves managing acute, chronic, and complex skin conditions, supporting clinical governance, mentoring junior staff when required, and contributing to high-quality, patient-centred dermatology services under consultant supervision.

• Conduct virtual dermatology consultations for adult and paediatric patients.
• Diagnose and manage common and complex dermatological conditions (e.g. eczema, psoriasis, infection, hair and nail disorders).
• Manage dermatological emergencies and red-flag conditions, escalating accordingly.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, including topical and systemic therapies.
• Ensure safe prescribing and monitoring of dermatological medication.
• Document consultations accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinate follow-up care and referrals when needed.
• Adhere to dermatology clinical guidelines, ethical standards and telehealth regulations.
• Ensure patient safety in all clinical interactions, including medication counselling and adverse effect monitoring.
• Report patient safety incidents and near misses to the Quality department.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and guidelines updates.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in general dermatology and participate in case discussions and academic activity.
• Attend CME, workshops and conferences; support teaching and supervision of junior doctors when required.
• Utilize teledermatology platforms for video, image-based, and synchronous consultation.
• Ensure high-quality dermatologic assessments using clinical images and patient-reported data.
• Maintain accurate, secure digital records in compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize teledermatology workflows.
• Communicate diagnoses and management plans clearly and empathetically; provide counselling on disease course, treatment expectations and skin care.
• Address patient concerns and feedback promptly; promote adherence to treatment plans and follow-up schedules.
• Collaborate with consultants, primary care physicians, pharmacists and allied health professionals; participate in multidisciplinary case discussions when required.
• Coordinate care for patients with systemic or complex dermatologic conditions.

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of dermatology residency/fellowship training.
• Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS) classification and registration as Registrar Dermatology.
• Strong clinical judgment and dermatology diagnostic skills.
• Experience in teledermatology is preferred.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and digital health platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to quality, patient safety, and continuous improvement.
• Education:
  
  Medicine & Surgery.