Physician

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Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, providing healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

The Medical Officer at Wake Island is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical services in a remote and austere environment and ensuring the health and safety of all personnel on the island. This role includes providing acute and emergency care, managing chronic conditions, coordinating medical evacuations, and maintaining medical records in compliance with federal and state regulations. 

The Medical Officer is responsible for providing medical oversight, direction, and leadership to the medical staff regarding all areas of healthcare in this remote setting. They will be responsible for the leadership of the medical staff as well as providing status updates to the prime vendor and federal agencies.   

Key Responsibilities:

Leads quality development and clinical governance agendas including maintaining the Code of Conduct of medical practice, medical record-keeping, infection control standards, emergency response preparedness, medical staff, and patient safety at the facility. 

Medical Services 

• Staff and operate the medical clinic on Wake Island, providing acute and emergency medical care to all personnel. 
• Ensure availability for emergency response 24/7/365, with the ability to respond within 30 minutes of notification. 
• Sustain life, limb, or eyesight until evacuation is possible. 
• Manage and coordinate medical evacuations, including administrative services for medevac operations. 
• Provide mortuary affairs services as required. 
• Inspect and maintain the medical clinic and equipment, ensuring compliance with all relevant healthcare standards.  
• Provide direct supervision of medical staff and care oversight.  This includes the medical oversight and periodic review program for advanced EMTs on site.  
• Provide medical staffing, loading, and scheduling plans to meet medical support and care requirements.  
• Provide Medical SOPs (s), and policies for care services. 
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

Compliance 

• Maintain and update patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other federal regulations. 
• Ensure proper storage, inventory, and security of medications, adhering to DoD, AAAHC, FDA, and state requirements. 
• Submit required reports, including detailed monthly reports on medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and any medical incidents. 
• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.    

Coordination and Logistics 

• Work with ASRCC and International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. Operations Management to ensure timely resupply of medical and laboratory supplies. 
• Maintain and repair subcontractor-provided medical equipment, ensuring it is always operational. 

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above. 

Required Skills and Knowledge: 

• Expertise in providing acute and emergency medical care in remote or austere environments. 
• Strong knowledge of medical evacuation procedures and the ability to manage complex evacuations. 
• Proficiency in maintaining medical records and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA. 
• Competency in telemedicine and teleradiology services. 

Experience Preferred: 

• Previous experience in military or remote medical settings is highly desirable. Prior employment as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred. 
• Experience in coordinating and managing medical evacuations, including administrative aspects. 
• Familiarity with mortuary affairs procedures and remote site medical logistics. 

Education Required: 

• Graduated from an accredited U.S. Medical School or equivalent international school. 
• Successfully completed residency, or equivalent training, in a U.S. Hospital or equivalent international hospital in anyone of three specialties: Family Practice, General Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.  
• Completed a minimum of 5-years post-residency medical practice experience in the U.S. 
• Hold a U.S. MD or DO current license with certification(s) to practice medicine in the United States.  
• Current US nationally accredited BLS and ACLS. 
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification preferred. 
• DEA license. 

Physical Demands:  

• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods.  
• Performing CPR. 
• May require bending, stooping, and lifting to 35 lbs.  

Other Special Qualifications: 

• US Citizen with a valid passport. 
• Must obtain and maintain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or Tier 1 investigation equivalent if working over 180 days in a fiscal year. 
• Availability to work during clinic hours and respond to emergencies as needed. 
• Have very high fluency in both oral and written English. 

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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 applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):

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. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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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.