International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is hiring an Advanced Practitioner (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) for a locum position. You will provide on-site medical support and healthcare services to the client and customer workforce at a military base in Balad, Iraq.
What You'll Do
- Provide medical evaluation and triage of patients.
- Examine and diagnose patients for illness and injury.
- Treat emergent, acute, and chronic conditions, evaluate symptoms, and offer preventative care.
- Prescribe and administer medication, treatment, and therapies.
- Order, perform, and interpret test results and analyze records and reports.
- Formulate treatment plans and provide follow-up care as needed.
- Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient health information and histories.
- Liaise with other medical staff to ensure continuity of care.
- Ensure all medical records are meticulously and accurately maintained.
- Provide medical evaluations, including annual employee physicals, medical testing, and required immunizations.
- Ensure contractor workforce compliance with applicable US and host national laws for medical clearances.
- Stabilize and manage medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) services for patients requiring higher-level care.
- Provide liaison with external agencies to promote chain of care continuity and professional referral.
- Support clinical mentoring for staff development.
- Ensure best practice in line with clinical guidelines and SOPs.
- Actively participate in Mass Casualty exercises and events.
- Complete required organizational and client-specified compliance education.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in family practice, emergency medicine, urgent care, or primary care as a PA or NP.
- Current experience in direct patient care and must have worked a minimum of 6-months of the last 12-months in career field.
- Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
- Fluency in both oral and written English.
- Physician Assistant: Graduated from a PA training program recognized by the American Medical Association’s Accreditation Review Commission.
- Physician Assistant: Hold the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification(s).
- Nurse Practitioner: Completed an accredited Family NP Program and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
- Nurse Practitioner: Hold a National Certification as a Family NP.
- Nurse Practitioner: Licensed to practice full NP prescriptive authority.
- Proficient IT skills, including use of electronic medical records systems.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain a calm, confident demeanor in stressful situations.
- Results oriented with ability to meet project deliverables.
- Cultural sensitivity and awareness.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet demanding deadlines.
- Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physical requirements: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending/stooping, kneeling, twisting. Visual acuity. Minimal hearing loss. Push/pull/carry minimum 50 lbs.
- Ability to obtain medical clearance and maintain current immunizations.
- A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Balad.
Nice to Have
- Experience on a military/government site, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor.
Benefits & Compensation
- Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus.
- Pay range is based on several factors and may vary.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Balad, Iraq.
International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal, state and local laws.
