Job Description

This Position is Contingent Upon Contract Award.

This position is in support of a proposed repatriation initiative. The purpose of the facilities is to provide comprehensive care for migrant individuals who are awaiting reunification or repatriation. This care will begin as soon as each occupant arrives at the facility and will last until their arranged departure. The comprehensive care includes but is not limited to initial screening and exams, identifications of prior conditions and allergies, day to day care of routine, urgent and emergency medical conditions.

The Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) is responsible for assisting the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) with providing medical oversight, direction, and leadership to the medical staff regarding all areas of healthcare for the facility. In the CMOs absence the DCMO will represent International Health and Medical Services in the local community, build/maintain relationships with local healthcare providers, and represent the prime vendor for healthcare related matters. As well, the DCMO will support the CMO with all governance activities required by International Health and Medical Services and oversight of data acquisition and input for daily, weekly, monthly and annual reports regarding medical activities.

Key Responsibilities:

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

• Assist the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) in providing strategic oversight, guidance, and administration of medical services for on-site health units for various care scenarios, including emergency response, refugee, and humanitarian efforts.
• In accordance with Federal Guidelines and Contracted Services requirements, provides oversight and management of on-site medical services and ensures the coordination of off-site medical care.
• Provide medical oversight into all service delivery functions, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
• Provide direct supervision of medical staff and care oversight.
• Provide direct medical guidance for medically fragile personnel, provides reports and status updates of these medical fragile personnel to the client and federal agencies.
• Assists with the strategic planning and oversight for the intake, initial medical exams, focused exams, and the ongoing care requirements of persons in care.
• Assists with medical staffing, loading, and scheduling plans to meet medical support and care requirements. This includes collaboration with the administrative lead to determine rapid surge and de-scoping of staff.
• Supports other services in overseeing the operations of Primary Care, specialty, and all ancillary services performed in the on-site clinic. This also includes isolation and quarantine operations.
• Assists with the development medical support documents for humanitarian and refugee services.
• Assists with the development of Medical SOPs (s), and policies for care services.
• Helps develop relationships with local healthcare facilities, agencies, and specialties to ensure access to quality care in the community for those assigned to the facility.

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

Qualifications

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a healthcare leadership role and clinical experience within the past five (5) years, preferably in a remote site.
• Demonstrated experience in executive level interpersonal skills and ability to work in a matrix environment.

Experience Preferred:

• Experience in immigration or refugee programs, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor, is preferred.
• Experience in collaboration with state and local medical facilities is preferred.
• Experience with working in collaboration with Federal entities, such as Health and Human Services/ORR is preferred.

Education Required:

• Current and unrestricted license within scope of practice.
• Graduated from an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Board certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish is preferred.
• Current DEA certification.

Physical Demands:

• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping, and lifting up to 35 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be a US Citizen or possess a permanent resident card.
• Current MRPT Clearance preferred.

Additional Information

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.

Compensation| Min: 150K Max: 350K

Benefits – 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 Health and Medical Services (IHMS) complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

International Health and Medical Services (IHMS) 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.

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.