Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (OB/GYN Clinic) Germany

at  International SOS

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

International SOS 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 (GMS), 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.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Current and unrestricted license from any US State, District of Columbia or US Territory to provide healthcare within scope of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• DEA License.

Physical Requirements:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Must be able to relocate to Kaiserslautern, Germany for the duration of the contract
• A valid passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Germany.

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The OB/GYN Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive care as part of primary and urgent care. Specializing in women’s reproductive healthcare issues and prenatal care. They provide female care from puberty to preconception through childbirth, delivery, postpartum and menopause. They are responsible for performing screening examination, diagnostic tests, diagnoses, treatment, and providing reproductive advice and recommendations. The ability to identify and treat hormonal disorders, fertility issues including cancers of the reproductive system. Providers will manage and treats urogynacology problems and sexually transmitted diseases.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform initial examination, to assess baseline state of health, diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatments.
• Perform wellness exams and diagnostic tests such as pap smears, pelvic exams, and breast exams,
• Document family and medical history.
• Explain complex medical conditions in simple terms.
• Diagnose and prescribe treatments for disorders and conditions affecting women’s health.
• Order diagnostic tests to identify or rule out disease or infection.
• Order tests to accurately diagnose cancers of the breast, and pelvis.
• Collaborate with medical and non-medical staff to promote positive outcome.
• Provide prenatal, labor, delivery and postnatal medical care.
• Educate and provide vaccination when benefit outweighs the risks.
• Explain the childbirth process to the expectant parents and family.
• Educate patients on sexual health, hygiene, and reproductive choices.
• Counsel patient on management, and treatment of menstrual problems.
• Evaluate menopausal signs and symptoms including ordering of tests for diagnosis and treatment.
• Perform follow-up care where required.
• Ensures proper injury care and disease diagnosis, treatment and recovery and requests necessary tests and follow up visits and refer patients to specialists as necessary.
• Liaise with other medical staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Perform care after sexual trauma such as tests, counselling and report to authorities if requested by the victim or reportable by law.
• Ensure that all medical records are accurately maintained
• Other duties as assigned.