Emergency Medical Technician Basic Ambulance Driver (Doha)

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will assist paramedics and nurses with assessing planning implementing and evaluating direct and indirect clinical care to patients. With the support of paramedics and clinical staff the EMT will utilize their expertise of evidenced based medical practice to manage unexpected and emergent situations and mitigate and treat a variety of injuries and illnesses in a prompt and professional manner. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills the ability to work in high-pressure environments and a commitment to culturally sensitive patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide coverage including shift rotations or on-call to assure Emergency Medical Services (EMS) response capability for the CARE Doha compound 24 hours 7 days.
• Provide services required that may range from simple transport between housing and clinic for a medically fragile individual to Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) to life-threatening trauma care.
• Responsible for communication with the receiving Emergency Department and at the gate for local ambulance transfers.
• Operate the on-compound ambulances.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and effectively assess the situation and patient condition.
• Administer basic life support (BLS) and perform medical procedures within the scope of practice such as CPR bleeding control and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
• Assist in the transportation of patients to medical facilities ensuring safety and comfort during transit.
• Gather patient information and medical history through interviews and consultations with patients and family members.
• Monitor and record vital signs and other relevant patient data.
• Maintain and restock medical supplies and equipment in the ambulance and at the station.
• Collaborate with paramedics nurses and other healthcare staff to provide effective patient care.
• Document all patient interactions treatments provided and the patients response for medical records and reporting purposes.
• Drive the ambulance in accordance with local traffic laws regulations and safety standards while responding to emergency calls.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance checks on the ambulance to ensure it is in good working condition including checking fuel levels fluid levels and medical equipment supplies.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with dispatch EMTs and other emergency personnel to coordinate responses and provide updates on transport status.
• Assist with the safe and appropriate loading and unloading of patients into and out of the ambulance ensuring their comfort and safety during transport.
• Provide assistance during patient assessment and care ensuring that necessary equipment and supplies are readily available.
• Maintain accurate records related to vehicle maintenance mileage and any incidents that occur during transportation.
• Maintains inventory by checking stock and determining sufficient levels anticipating needed supplies.
• Crosstrain to work within the clinics emergency room and inpatient units.
• Participate in mass-casualty drills twice a year and remain available for on-call coverage.
• Participate in exercises and assist in protocol development.
• Complete required organizational compliance education including assigned requirements that are client-specified for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

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:
• Must be licensed at respective level by either a U.S. state or a comparable accrediting body in their country of practice.
• Obtain provided Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to work in a high stress environment and make quick decisions in emergency situations.
• Experience on a military site working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.

Education Required:
• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or country of record equivalent.

Physical Demands:
• Work is normally performed in an ambulance responding to
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
• May require bending stooping and lifting up to 15lbs.

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 applicants 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

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Experience: years
Vacancy: 1