Paramedic (Kuwait)

International SOS Government Medical Services•Crestview, TX

14d•$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com Location: Kuwait The Paramedic will utilize their knowledge and proficiency of evidenced-based medical practice and Intl.SOS protocols to manage unexpected and emergent situations and treat a variety of injuries and illnesses in a prompt and professional manner. The Paramedic will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating direct and indirect medical care to patients in emergent situations. She/ he will competently function as a member of the team to provide patient-centred medical care in the pre-hospital setting.

Requirements

Ability to assess and treat adult and pediatric patients in pre-hospital setting.
Ability to successfully perform ALS interventions in accordance with protocols
Ability to administer medication in adult and pediatric patients in accordance with protocols
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient IT skills including use of electronic medical records systems
Ability to function with accuracy and efficiency in high pressure or emergent situations.
Ability to respond calmly in emergency situations.
Cultural sensitivity and awareness with the willingness to work with a foreign national patient population
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to effectively work with persons of diverse age and economic background in a culturally competent manner.
Must be able to manage and provide concise directions to supporting staff.
Ability to quickly adapt to changing work conditions and responsibilities.
Hold a current unrestricted US license as a Paramedic - Required
Possession of a Paramedic Level Certification (NRP) from the National Registry (NREMT) - Required
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification - Required
A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to deploying.
To be considered for the position, you must have at least 18 months left on your passport before renewal.
You must also maintain that passport during your stay.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a remote setting is preferred
Prior military or fire experience preferred
Tactical Combat Casualty Care or Pre-Hospital Trauma Course– preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support - preferred

Responsibilities

Provides 24/7 365 emergent EMS response on the site.
Provide paramedicine pre-hospital support to patients within the site, outside the site, and during transfer to local higher levels of care.
Ambulance operations, EMS response and the subsequent support of the medical team within the clinic are the primary responsibilities
Assist medical providers with medical procedures and treatments as allowed within licensed scope of work.
Assessment and documentation of the patient’s vital signs, chief complaint, medical history, prescribed medications.
Report all changes in patient’s conditions to the medical provider.
Proactively and independently administer basic paramedic level care within the standing orders and SOPs without exceeding your licensed scope of care., Assist patients with basic care and activities of daily living, as needed.
Provides support and education to help patients make responsible health decisions
Maintains Area of Responsibility (AOR) supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies
Restocking EMS units once supplies are received as well as assisting other clinic operators with restocking
Cross-train to work within in the clinics, emergency room, and inpatient units.
Other duties as assigned.