International SOS Government Medical Services · 2 days ago
Paramedic (Kuwait)
Houston, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$83K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expInternational SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management solutions. The Paramedic will provide 24/7 emergency EMS response, support medical procedures, and assist patients with care and activities of daily living.
Hospital & Health Care
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
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
Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies
This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above
Qualification
Required
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
Possession of a Paramedic Level Certification (NRP) from the National Registry (NREMT)
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Minimum of 1 year of paramedic experience in a busy 911 system
Must be physically capable of performing all duties and responsibilities assigned, including the ability to perform physically demanding training activities
Must be able to pass a Mod 17 physical and dental exam
Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate
This position is unaccompanied. No pets
US DOS clearance or the ability to obtain one is required
Must be able to relocate to project
A valid passport from country of record with 18 months remaining is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay
Preferred
Tactical Combat Casualty Care or Pre-Hospital Trauma Course - preferred
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification - preferred
Experience in a remote setting preferred
Prior military or fire experience preferred
US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401k plan
Paid time off
Annual bonus
Company
International SOS Government Medical Services
The International SOS Group of Companies is in the business of saving lives, protecting global workforces from health and security threats.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase