Paramedic - Kuwait

• Provides 24/7 365 emergent EMS response on the site.
• Provide paramedicine prehospital 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 patients vital signs chief complaint medical history prescribed medications.
• Report all changes in patients 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
• Crosstrain to work within in the clinics emergency room and inpatient units.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to assess and treat adult and pediatric patients in prehospital 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 

 Essential Capabilities:

• 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 fastpaced 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.

Required Work Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of paramedic experience in a busy 911 system
• Experience in a remote setting is preferred
• Prior military or fire experience preferred Qualifications
• 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
• Tactical Combat Casualty Care or PreHospital Trauma Course preferred
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred
• A valid US 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.

Required Languages

• Excellent written and oral English Travel / Rotation Requirements
• Some travel may be required

Requirements:

• Must have a valid U.S. passport due to contract requirements

Additional Information :

International SOS Government Medical Services 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 applicable federal state and local laws. 

Compensation Min: $84600 Max: $92500

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus.  International SOS complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws.

International SOS Government Medical Services 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 applicable federal state and local laws.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime