Family/Urgent Care Practitioner Physician (Doha) at International SOS Government Medical Services

Doha, , Qatar -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Care, Patient Care, Cultural Sensitivity, Clinical Reporting, Patient Education, Wound Management, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, IT Skills, Multitasking, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Follow-Up Care, Team Collaboration, Patient Charting, Health Promotion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com Job Description The Family or Urgent Care Practitioner Physician is responsible to provide primary healthcare to patients of all ages. They treat acute and chronic conditions, evaluate symptoms, offer preventative care and determine the need for specialists. The Family Practitioner Physician plays a central role in the delivery of patient care as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities: Urgent and Emergency Care Provide emergent, urgent, and emergency care services, encompassing acute illness and injury management, splinting or strapping, wound management, minor office procedures, and other services within the provider's credentialed skills. Provide follow-up for emergency and definitive medical care that can be provided on the CARE compound as referenced in this paragraph, including medications and laboratory testing. Urgent care may be offered during appointments, walk-in “sick call”, or a combination thereof. Critical care and surgical emergencies, while rarely managed onsite, shall be addressed through initial resuscitation and stabilization efforts, medical communication with a receiving hospital and ambulance service, and successful transfer or disposition of the patient into the local healthcare system. Manage certain emergencies, such as sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, may have specific cultural sensitivities and legal consideration that differ from the U.S. Must remain culturally sensitive in their response to these unanticipated challenges. Include and request urgently if required interpreters and advisors familiar with local law and customs and who are sensitive to patient concerns. Must promptly report any suspicion of child abuse to the CARE Doha V2X Program Manager (PM). Patient identity and privacy MUST always be maintained. Recommend follow-up care to ensure continuity and improvement of patient health. Collect, record, and maintain accurate patient health information and histories. Consult and refer patients to specialists based on their medical conditions. Coordinate comprehensive healthcare plans with nursing staff, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Collaborate with other medical staff to ensure seamless continuity of care. Provide clinical reporting to the Director of Clinical Operations as requested for monthly mandated reports. Mentor and support staff development through clinical guidance. Adhere to best practices in line with clinical guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Contribute to the clinical excellence framework under the guidance of the DCMO. May rotate in different clinics as required Liaise with external agencies as necessary to promote continuity of care and facilitate professional referrals and patient handovers. Participate in after hour and call coverage to assure 24 hour 7 days a week coverage. Participate in mass-casualty drills twice a year and remain available for on-call coverage. Complete required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies. Primary Care Provide primary care services, which shall encompass comprehensive, initial patient intake, and continuing medical care for individuals presenting with any undiagnosed condition, sign, symptom, or health concern, regardless of its origin (biological, behavioral, or social), organ system, or diagnosis. Provide services including health promotion, nutritional assessment and counseling, disease prevention, health maintenance, patient education, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses. Ensure the provision of treatment for common adult and pediatric conditions, such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension, rashes, and upper respiratory infections, along with preventive health measures for individuals across all age groups from newborns to geriatric patients. Must possess the capability to perform and provide at least initial interpretation of adult electrocardiograms (EKG), with provision for follow-up interpretation if clinically necessary. Primary care services may be offered through scheduled appointments, walk-in "sick call" sessions, or a combination thereof. Guest Medical Screening and Arrival Processing Ensure that guests arriving with medical conditions or medications are screened by medical staff to facilitate timely follow-on appointments. Coordinate with IOM medical staff to streamline the screening process and ensure efficient movement of guests through arrival processing stations. Maintain appropriate communication channels with the International Office of Migration (IOM) medical personnel to address any medical concerns or emergencies that may arise during the screening and arrival processing procedures. This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above. Qualifications Required Skills and Knowledge: Current and unrestricted medical license to practice medicine in the country recruited. As example, physicians licensed or credentialed by a national council (e.g. the UK) or by a state or provincial council (the U.S. or Canada or other country with strict licensing) are assumed to have acceptable credentials. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience. Education Required: Graduated from an approved medical school that is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools and is noted to be acceptable for applying to the ECFMG for the year of graduation listed. Family Medicine or Internal Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Board Eligible or Equivalent. Obtain provided American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is strongly preferred. DEA number or Equivalent is preferred. Key Skills: Experience with the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of pediatric and adult patients in an emergency or urgent care environment. Ability to assess and accurately diagnose pediatric and adult patients including obstetrics and gynecological patients. The ability to make quick medical treatment care plans and decisions. Ability to provide follow-up care for patients. Laceration repairs, wound care, venipuncture, abscess I&D, cast and splint application, etc. Provides empathetic and personalized medical care. Accurate, detailed patient charting. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient IT skills including use of electronic medical records systems. Essential Capabilities: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a calm, confident demeanor when in stressful situations. Results oriented and able to meet project deliverables. Cultural sensitivity and awareness. Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet demanding deadlines. Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills. Other Special Qualifications: Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate This position is unaccompanied. Ability to obtain a base security clearance. Must be able to relocate to Qatar. A valid passport from Country of Record is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay. 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. Benefits – Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. 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.

Responsibilities

The Family or Urgent Care Practitioner Physician provides primary healthcare to patients of all ages, treating acute and chronic conditions while evaluating symptoms and offering preventative care. They play a central role in patient care delivery as part of an interdisciplinary team.