Lead Paramedic

International SOS Government Medical Services helps healthcare professionals make a meaningful impact around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in over 90 countries, we provide clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Provide critical emergency medical care while leading a high-performing EMS team in a fast-paced international healthcare environment. This role offers the opportunity to combine advanced paramedic practice, operational leadership, and emergency response coordination while supporting patients in a mission-driven clinical setting.

Location: Iraq

Position Overview

The EMT Paramedic Lead oversees on-site emergency medical services operations while delivering advanced pre-hospital and emergency care to patients in collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This position plays a key role in emergency preparedness, clinical oversight, staff coordination, and maintaining high standards of patient care and operational readiness.

Working closely with medical leadership, the EMT Paramedic Lead supports emergency response planning, supervises EMT personnel, and helps ensure compliance with clinical protocols, training standards, and documentation requirements.

Why Join Us

• Lead and shape emergency medical operations in a dynamic clinical environment
• Practice advanced paramedic skills alongside experienced healthcare professionals
• Contribute to emergency preparedness and patient safety initiatives
• Work within a collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Gain experience in high-acuity emergency and operational medicine settings

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily EMS operations, coordinate paramedic staffing coverage, and supervise EMT and paramedic personnel
• Respond to emergency calls, perform patient assessments, and deliver advanced life support and emergency medical interventions
• Administer emergency treatments including IV/IO access, medication administration, airway management, blood draws, and cardiac monitoring with ECG interpretation
• Maintain accurate patient care documentation, medical records, incident reporting, and EMS operational records
• Support development and implementation of emergency response plans in collaboration with safety, emergency management, and training teams
• Maintain EMS protocols and coordinate with the Medical Director regarding clinical guidance and medical oversight
• Monitor medical supply inventory and ensure operational readiness of equipment and resources
• Cross-train and provide support within clinic, emergency room, and inpatient care environments as needed

Requirements & Qualifications

• Current unrestricted U.S. Paramedic license with National Registry EMT-P certification required
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
• Completion of an advanced trauma course such as PHTLS, ITLS, TCCC, or equivalent
• Strong emergency response, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills in high-stress care environments
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to meet pre-deployment medical and physical requirements, including prolonged standing, sitting, bending, and lifting up to 25 pounds
• U.S. citizenship or Permanent Resident Card required with ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government MRPT security clearance
• Valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining validity and ability to relocate internationally for the duration of assignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on a military installation or in a government-supported healthcare environment
• Leadership or supervisory experience within EMS or emergency medical operations
• Experience supporting emergency preparedness or response planning initiatives

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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.