Anesthesiologist ERT

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through healthcare training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in areas worldwide.

This position will support International Medical Corps' emergency response delivering outpatient clinical care to disaster-affected populations. Candidates applying to this position are indicating that they are interested in being considered for International Medical Corps' standby roster for emergency response. Roster members will be contacted only when there is an emergency-response need for which the responder is qualified. This position will not be compensated unless responders are deployed to an emergency response.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Anesthesiologist ERT is to provide specialized medical care in emergency situations, ensuring the safe administration of anesthesia and pain management for patients undergoing critical interventions. You will collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to stabilize patients and contribute to their overall well-being.

MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Emergency Anesthesia Administration
  • Quickly assess and prioritize patients in emergency situations requiring anesthesia.
  • Administer appropriate anesthesia techniques tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
  • Monitor patients closely during procedures to ensure their safety and adjust anesthesia levels as needed.
• Trauma Stabilization
  • Participate in trauma resuscitation efforts, working in tandem with emergency physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare providers.
  • Contribute to the rapid assessment and stabilization of critically injured patients.
• Critical Care Collaboration
  • Work closely with intensivists, emergency physicians, and surgeons to provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and discussions to optimize patient management strategies.
• Pain Management
  • Address acute pain issues in emergency situations, tailoring pain management strategies to individual patient needs.
  • Utilize regional anesthesia techniques when appropriate to enhance pain control.
• Communication and Team Collaboration
  • Effectively communicate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
  • Collaborate with nursing staff, respiratory therapists, and other team members to ensure seamless patient management.
• Emergency Protocols and Preparedness
  • Stay informed about the latest emergency response protocols and guidelines.
• Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of procedures, medications administered, and patient responses.
  • Contribute to medical records to facilitate continuity of care.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Medical degree (MD or DO) with completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency program.
• Board certification in Anesthesiology.
• Current medical license.
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols established by Jordanian healthcare authorities.
• Experience in emergency medicine or critical care is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to make quick and sound decisions under pressure.

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps' and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children.

Misconduct Disclosure Scheme

All offers of employment at International Medical Corps are subject to satisfactory references and background checks.

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.