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Company Description

Iqarus has a proud history, extending over 40 years, of delivering fully-integrated healthcare solutions in complex and demanding operating environments. We operate across the medical spectrum from primary care and occupational health, to advanced pre-hospital trauma care, through to full scale laboratory, radiological, diagnostic and surgical capabilities. Our approach projects the highest standards of clinical care into the environments in which we operate, through a combination of local knowledge, multinational medical staff, integrated global clinical governance, training and medical supply. Our highly-skilled operational teams deliver frontline and preventative services to mitigate health risk and help organisations keep their workforces safe, healthy, resilient and productive. By increasing the quality, simplicity and efficiency of health delivery we enhance our clients’ return on investment in health and in many instances, help elevate social and/or humanitarian objectives too. Our clients include multinationals and SMEs, governments, non-governmental organisations, supra-nationals, and non-governmental organisations.

Job Description

Job description

Reporting to the Deputy Program Manager, Iqarus is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Physician Assistant (PA). This individual will be responsible for the provision of both preventative and emergency medical providers in a contingent environment. In addition to medical services, the PA is responsible for developing, coordinating, and leading health education training and overseeing various recurring environmental and drug testing. The place of performance for this contract is Kabul (within the enhanced security zone), Afghanistan and the ideal candidate will have experience providing medical services austere environments. Potential applicants must be willing to live and work in the region for the period of performance. The duties and responsibilities listed herein are representative of the nature and level of work

assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Experience

  • A minimum of five (5) years’ experience administering first aid and emergency medical care to ill or injured individuals in pre-hospital settings
  • Security Vetting: Must be able to qualify for an MRPT security vetting designation.
  • Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with all levels of employees and vendors. Ability to speak Dari or Pashto is a plus.

Duties 

  • Working with an EMT-P, provide regular and 24/7 emergency care across several sites
  • Take primary responsibility for logistics and operational management for clinic sites, including responsibility for medical inventory and management of controlled substances
  • Provide direct care to patients including examinations and treatments, recording medical histories, making diagnoses, and prescribing treatments and medications
  • Perform periodic health assessments and environmental health assessments
  • Help patients manage their well-being with patient education
  • Work closely with the DPM-P and QA/QC Manager to reduce and manage work-related injuries
  • Use evidence-based approaches for the management of all health conditions
  • Evaluate patients’ response to care rendered and the effectiveness of care

Qualifications

  • Excellent clinical management experience and interpersonal communication skills
  • A graduate of U.S. nationally accredited PA program
  • Must have current NCCPA certification and unrestricted U.S. State licensure
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent
  • Independent thinking, self-confident, organized, and hardworking
  • Must be able to engage effectively with a culturally diverse workforce
  • Must be able to provide clear, concise written updates comprehensive to a lay audience
  • Experience with financial management as it relates to clinic resources is highly preferred
  • Must be able to work effectively under stress and pressure
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Required

  • Education: Graduate of nationally accredited PA program with active license/certification is required.
  • PAs must have current NCCPA certification and unrestricted U.S.state licensure.
  • Applicants with additional, relevant certifications (e.g., PHTLS, TCCC) will be looked upon favorably.

Experience

  • Minimum of four (4) years in the healthcare system with at least one year of management experience preferred.
  • Experience working in urgent care, trauma, and/or in a conflict environment is highly preferred.

Security Vetting

  • Must be able to qualify for an MRPT (Moderate Risk for Public Trust) security vetting designation. Must maintain eligibility at the required security level for the duration of the contract.

Language Skills

  • Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, with all levels of employees and vendors.

Additional Information

Citizenship

  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position
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