Advanced EMT or Paramedic (Wake Island)

Company Description

Bring your emergency medical experience to Wake Island, where you'll provide urgent care and respond to medical emergencies in a remote Pacific island setting. Working alongside a site physician, you'll support military and other personnel through clinic-based care and emergency response.

At International SOS Government Medical Services, you'll support healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U.S. and internationally. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, delivering healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide. Learn more at www.internationalsos.com

Job Description

As an Advanced EMT (AEMT) or Paramedic, you'll provide urgent and emergency medical care on Wake Island, working alongside a site physician to support patients with injuries, illnesses, and unexpected medical needs.

You'll serve as an initial point of contact for clinic patients, respond to emergencies throughout the island, and deliver care within your licensed scope of practice. Your role also includes supporting medical procedures, maintaining clinic readiness, and assisting with medical evacuation coordination.

Project Site: Wake Island, Hawaii. Meals, housing, and transportation are provided.

Schedule: Clinic operating hours are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Rotating on-call coverage is required to support 24/7 emergency medical response.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in urgent and emergency situations, including providing prehospital care and advanced life support interventions within your scope of practice.
• Assist the physician with clinical procedures, patient monitoring, documentation, and changes in patient condition.
• Respond to medical emergencies outside the clinic and assist with medical evacuation coordination and patient preparation for transport.
• Educate patients on health decisions and provide first aid and emergency response instruction as requested.
• Maintain medical supplies, equipment readiness, inventory, and clinic operations.
• Participate in emergency response training exercises and support patient care in accordance with established clinical protocols.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted U.S. license as an Advanced EMT or Paramedic, with corresponding National Registry (NREMT) AEMT or EMT-P certification.
• Current nationally accredited U.S. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Minimum one year of Advanced EMT or Paramedic experience in a busy 911 emergency response system.
• Ability to assess and treat adult patients in prehospital settings, perform advanced life support interventions, and administer medications in accordance with protocols.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and respond calmly in emergencies.
• U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) clearance; valid passport required before relocation and maintained throughout the assignment; ability to relocate to Wake Island for the duration of the assignment.

Preferred

• Experience in an urgent care clinic, freestanding emergency department, or remote healthcare setting.
• Prior military medical experience as an Army Health Care Specialist, Navy Corpsman, Air Force Medical Specialist, or equivalent Uniformed Services specialty.
• Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) or Prehospital Trauma Course training; BLS instructor certification.

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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 Language (FTE roles):
Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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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.