May 2009 Medic Jobs

Hi guys, I have been very busy for a couple of months and was not able to update this blog.Well good news is Iam back.There are a lot of jobs in Africa as I have predicted on this blog , and there is also a lot of activities in Afghanistan and keep on watching the space here.

For the following jobs to apply check this website: http://www.chsmedical.com/careers.html

Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedics
Location: International Assignment
Job Code: 37
Employment duration: Full time


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Description
Job ID: Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic
Location: Iraq (multiple locations)
Category: Medical Services
Position Type: Full Time
Contract Length: 1 yr w/option to renew
Salary: Open
Security Clearance: Secret

Responsible for OCONUS based operational support of assigned contracts for Comprehensive Health Services, Inc.

I. Principal Responsibilities of the Classification:

Performs many of the following responsibilities:

1. Provides health care services to patients under the direction and responsibility of a Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner
2. Examines patients, performs physical exams, and compiles medical data, including health history.
3. Performs therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, management of infection, EKG's, etc.
4. Renders direct patient care, including assessing, diagnosing, planning, prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of health problems, health promotion, and preventative care.
5. Applies scientific knowledge to human treatment responses to actual or potential health problems
6. Documents and maintains patient records of services.
7. Coordinates treatment plan with medical preceptor, other caregivers on-site, or CHS Medical Director as appropriate
8. Participates in employee training and orientation programs
9. Plans and prepares for aeromedical evacuation missions.
10. Coordinates with operational mission planners for the safe evacuation of the patients from the originating facility to the destination facility
11. Provides medical attendance if required.

II. Special Knowledge/Skills Required:

1. Familiarity with Microsoft Office programs
2. Experience in providing medically related class presentations concerning emergency trauma care.

III. Education Required:

Graduate of a military medic program (e.g. 18D, or IDMT), civilian EMT-P certification program with >2years of clinical experience in diagnosis and treatment of trauma and routine illnesses


IV. Desired Experience:

1. 5-7 years experience in the medical field as an EMT, or medic (this will be evaluated on an individual basis)

2. Experience on deployed contingency operations or similar medical experience



Emergency Medical Technicians - Basic
Location: International Assignment
Job Code: 36
Employment duration: Full time

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Description
CHS, Inc., a leading occupational health provider has challenging opportunities in operational medicine and disaster response with World Class health services organizations. We are currently accepting resumes for Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic for short and long term overseas opportunities. Job will consist of providing emergency medical care to deployed civilian support personnel. Position requires current National EMT-B certification with applicable education/recertification (First Aid, CPR, BCLS) requirements completed, 2 - 5 years experience as a Medic, current passport, recent dental exams, completion of any medical treatment needed, and ability to pass an employment physical. Military or similar experience on deployed contingency operations is a plus.

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