Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant Iraq

Job Description

The Site Lead Advanced Practitioner Physician’s Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) will support International SOS in providing a comprehensive range of medical care to US government employees and contractors in Iraq. This role includes a blend of patient care, leadership, and administrative responsibilities, ensuring that the clinic operates efficiently while delivering excellent patient outcomes. In conjunction with the project manager the Site Leads oversee clinic operations, personnel, quality management, and administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee medical staff at a Directorate of Simulation (DOS) and DOS clinics.
• Collaborate with on-site physicians, physician assistants, and support staff to ensure seamless patient care.
• Participate in the assessment and stabilization of patients requiring urgent or emergent care.
• Provide comprehensive primary and continuing care to patients presenting with a wide range of health concerns.
• Clinic services include, but are not limited to health promotion and disease prevention, health maintenance counselling and patient education, diagnosis and directed physical exams, emergent and annual vaccinations, comprehensive STD Testing
• Manage simple chronic conditions through intermittent monitoring.
• Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain compliance with all project site procedures, standards, and continuing educational and mandatory training requirements.
• Coordinate with medical evacuation teams for patients requiring care beyond the capabilities of the clinic.
• Participate in MASCAL exercises.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Basic Requirements/Certifications :

• Full unrestricted U.S. State Licensure, Certification, or Registration required in a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
• Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or equivalency.
• Minimum 5 years’ recent experience performing in a leadership role.
• Minimum 6 months of direct patient care within the last year.
• Leadership in a remote/austere environment preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Experience on a military site working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.

Education Required:

• Graduate of accredited or provisionally accredited American Academy of Physician Assistants and hold a NCCPA certification.
• Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner School and hold a AANP or ANCC.

Physical Requirements :

• Must meet pre-deployment physical requirements
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting to 30 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Must relocate to project site for the duration of the contract.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, specifically a MRPT. Applicants with current clearances are preferred.
• Valid US Passport with at least 18 months before expiration date. Must maintain a current passport during your stay in Iraq.

Additional Information

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. __

Compensation | Min: 128,000 Max: 160,000

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