Seeking Anesthesiologists for short term assignments - Afghanistan NATO hospitals with DOD Secret Clearance under contract bid
COMPANY PROFILE:
CHSi
supports the health and well-being of civilian and military workforce
partners in austere, remote, and security challenged environments
outside the continental United States. With over 40 years of experience
providing a full range of medical services, CHSi medical management
solutions are comprehensive, responsive, and reliable. Our unique
service delivery approach, international recruiting network, and
proprietary processes and systems deliver secure and compliant
solutions. Through solid performances in the U.S. and its territories,
and in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo, and Africa, CHSi’s solutions are built
on a foundation of field-tested best practices. The CHSi service
delivery approach includes onsite health centers, a national network of
highly credentialed board certified medical staff, and medical readiness
teams.
LOCATION:
OCONUS: Afghanistan - Kabul, Kandahar and/or Mazari Sharif NATO Hospitals.
90 day renewable assignments.
Must have or be able to attain a DoD secret clearance
SCOPE:
The
Anesthesiologist is responsible for administering anesthetics to
patients undergoing medical, and surgical procedures, accurately
measuring and monitoring the level and speed at which anesthesia is
administered while monitoring patient vital signs to ensure safety. In
addition, they may be required to assist with stabilization of patient
and coordination of evacuation of patient to medevac center. The
position will report to the Deployment Team Lead.
**This position is notional and contingent upon contract award. **
All
services shall be provided in accordance with established standards,
principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional
specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which CHSi is
recognized.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced University Degree in Medicine
3 years’ experience as an Anesthesiologist
Hold and maintain a current unrestricted government issued Practicing License in Anesthesiology
Accredited to a recognized U.S. standard or proven equivalent national qualification
Graduated from an allopathic medical school/college listed in the Avicenna directory of medical schools published by the world
Health
Organization (WHO) or the International Medical Education Directory
(IMED) of the foundation for Advancement of International Medical
Education and Research
Proficient in speaking, writing and reading English.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform and/or provide direction and support for the following services:
Preps patients for medical evacuation within and outside of Kosovo.
Administers anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, using local, intravenous, spinal or caudal methods.
Confers
with other medical professionals to determine type and method of
anesthetic or sedation to render patient insensible to pain.
Coordinates administration of anesthetics with surgeons during operation.
Decides
when patients have recovered or stabilized enough to be sent to another
room or ward or to be sent home, following outpatient surgery.
Examines
patient, obtain medical history and use diagnostic tests to determine
risk during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
Monitors patient before, during, and after anesthesia and counteract adverse reactions or complications.
Records type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout procedure
Manages anesthesiologic services, coordinating them with other medical activities and formulating plans and procedures
Positions patient on operating table to maximize patient comfort and surgical accessibility
Provides and maintain life support and airway management, and help prepare patients for emergency surgery
Provides medical care and consultation in many settings, prescribing medication and treatment and referring patients for surgery
Instructs individuals and groups on ways to preserve health and prevent disease
Schedules
and maintain use of surgical suite, including operating, wash-up,
waiting rooms and anesthetic and sterilizing equipment
Participates and advise on Mass Casualty Drills
Protects
patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and
protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and
controlled substance regulations
Documents patient care services by
charting in patient and department records. Maintain patient confidence
and protects operations by keeping information confidential
Ensures
operation of medical and administrative equipment by completing
preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s
instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs;
maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and
techniques
Develops, coordinate, and enforce company policies, procedures and initiatives
Complies with all applicable CHS ME standards and guidelines
Documents care delivered and follow up care required.
Other duties as assigned
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Requires the ability to be granted a DoD Secret Clearance
Must have a valid US Passport
Performs duties in a safe manner. Follows the corporate safety policy.
Participates in and supports safety meetings, training and goals.
Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work
is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
However, there will be times when exterior/outside work environment and
in country travel by surface and/or air will be required.
The climate can be hot, dry and prone to inclement weather
May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.
Send resume to schristmann@chsmedical.com
Comprehensive Health Services
is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Employment selection and
related decisions are made without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and
sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.
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