Job Description

This position is in support of the Influx Care Facility located in Carrizo Springs, TX. The purpose of the facility is to provide comprehensive care for migrant youths ages 13 to 17 in the Care of the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) who are awaiting reunification or repatriation. This care will begin as soon as the youths arrive at the facility and last until their arranged departure with family or sponsors. 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 Physician will provide comprehensive medical care to immigrant children, addressing their unique health needs and cultural backgrounds while promoting physical and emotional well-being. This role involves diagnosing and treating a range of medical conditions, as well as advocating for access to healthcare resources and support services tailored to the challenges faced by this population.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive health assessments and medical care to immigrant children, addressing acute and chronic health issues.
• Develop individualized care plans that consider cultural, social, and emotional factors affecting the patient’s health.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including mental health professionals and social workers, to ensure holistic care.
• Educate patients and their families about health management, preventive care, and available resources.
• Advocate for the health rights and needs of immigrant children within the healthcare system.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records and documentation in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Stay informed about public health issues and policies affecting immigrant populations and participate in community outreach efforts.

Qualifications

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 in Texas within scope of practice.
• Graduated from an approved medical school and completed a residency or fellowship as a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Osteopathy (D.O.) from a school in the United States or Canada approved by a recognized accrediting body in the year of the applicant’s graduation.
• Board certified in Pediatrics, Med/Peds, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Emergency Medicine.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Experience in Pediatrics, Medical Pediatrics, Family Medicine, or Pediatric Emergency Room settings is strongly 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:

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Current MRPT Clearance preferred.
• Must be able to clear a DHS background investigation and Child Abuse and Neglect Check.

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: $89hr Max: $153hr

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 complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws

International Health and 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 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.