Job Description

This Position is Contingent on 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 Emergency Medical Technician provides emergency medical care to patients in critical situations, assessing their conditions, administering treatments, and transporting them to healthcare facilities while ensuring their safety and well-being. Emergency Medical Technicians work as part of a team to respond swiftly to emergencies, often in high-pressure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments and triage of patients presenting with various medical conditions.
• Provide immediate and appropriate care while ensuring a culturally sensitive approach to treatment.
• Administer emergency treatments as indicated.
• Transport patients to and from alternate facilities.
• Educate patients and their families about health conditions, and treatments in an understandable manner.
• Document all patient care activities accurately and promptly in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Organize and participate in emergency response efforts, ensuring a safe environment.
• 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 and medical history.
• Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies.
• Restocking clinical and provider areas once supplies are received.
• Is accountable for maintaining and improving own physician knowledge and skill competence.
• Provides patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients.
• Supports the International Health and Medical Services philosophy, objectives and goals and organization mission and vision.
• Respects and supports patient rights.
• Fosters constructive relationships as a team member within assigned department and with the members of other departments.
• Maintains professional conduct.
• Supports and enforces infection control policies and procedures.

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:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in the past three years.
• Experience working with US military healthcare regulations and standards of care preferred.
• Experience working in austere environments preferred.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.

Experience Preferred:

• Previous experience working in contract programs preferred.

Education Required:

• Current and unrestricted license to practice in the State services are performed.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Proficiency in both English and Spanish is preferred.

Physical Demands:

• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Will involve assisting in the lifting and moving of patients.
• 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: 16/hr Max: 35/hr

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.