Physician Assistant - Eareckson Air Station (Alaska)

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 defence 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 Physician Assistant (PA) at Eareckson Air Station (EAS) is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical services in a remote and challenging environment. The PA will provide acute and emergency care, manage chronic conditions, support medical evacuations, and maintain medical records in accordance with federal and state regulations, ensuring the health and safety of all personnel at the station.

The PA is responsible for providing medical oversight, direction, and leadership to the medical staff regarding all areas of healthcare in this remote setting.  They will be responsible for the leadership of the medical staff as well as providing status updates to the prime vendor and federal agencies. 

Key Responsibilities:

Leads quality development and clinical governance agendas including maintaining the Code of Conduct of medical practice, medical record-keeping, infection control standards, emergency response preparedness, medical staff, and patient safety at the facility.

Medical Services

• Staff and operate the medical clinic on EAS, providing acute and emergency medical care to all personnel.
• Ensure availability for emergency response 24/7/365, with the ability to respond within 30 minutes of notification.
• Sustain life, limb, or eyesight until evacuation is possible.
• Manage and coordinate medical evacuations, including administrative services for medevac operations.
• Provide mortuary affairs services as required.
• Inspect and maintain the medical clinic and equipment, ensuring compliance with all relevant health care standards.
• Provide direct supervision of medical staff and care oversight.  This includes the medical oversight and periodic review program.
• Provide teleradiology services and collaborate with other medical professionals as needed.
• Shoot and interpret basic X-rays as required to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Provide medical staffing, loading, and scheduling plans to meet medical support and care requirements.
• Provide Medical SOPs (s), and policies for care services.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Compliance

• Maintain and update patient medical records in accordance with HIPAA and other federal regulations.
• Ensure proper storage, inventory, and security of medications, adhering to DoD, AAAHC, FDA, and state requirements.
• Submit required reports, including detailed monthly reports on medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and any medical incidents.

Coordination and Logistics

• Work with ASRCC and International SOS Operations Management to ensure timely resupply of medical and laboratory supplies.
• Maintain and repair subcontractor-provided medical equipment, ensuring it is operational at all times.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Knowledge 

• Expertise in providing acute and emergency medical care in remote or austere environments.
• Strong knowledge of medical evacuation procedures and the ability to manage complex evacuations.
• Proficiency in maintaining medical records and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, including HIPAA.
• Competency in telemedicine and teleradiology services.
• Abilit