Overall Purpose of the Job: The Advanced EMT will provide essential medical services at Wake Island Airfield (WIA), a remote U.S. Air Force installation in the north Pacific Ocean. This role involves operating a medical clinic, responding to medical emergencies, and supporting the health and safety of all personnel on the island. The EMT will comply with relevant medical and operational standards to ensure the highest level of care and readiness.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Medical Services:
- Staff and manage a medical clinic at WIA.
- Ensure 24/7/365 availability to respond to medical emergencies.
- Operate the clinic from 0800 to 1700, Tuesday through Saturday, with staff present during operating hours except when responding to emergencies or during meal breaks.
- Provide acute and emergency medical care to sustain life, limb, or eyesight until evacuation is available.
- Respond to medical emergencies within 30 minutes of notification.
- Issue bills payable to ASRCC for medical medications provided to Third-Party Contractors.
- Support and coordinate medical evacuations, ensuring transportation to the nearest adequate medical treatment facility at no cost to the Government.
- Provide mortuary affairs as per the established SOP.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Complete and maintain all required medical assessments and records.
- Comply with Federal and State laws, including HIPAA, for patient information and records.
- Forward medical treatment records of active-duty personnel to the appropriate medical group within 30 days of treatment.
- Report medical incidents and medications dispensed, ensuring adherence to applicable DoD, AAAHC, FDA, and State requirements.
- Staff and Operational Requirements:
- Ensure no gaps in key personnel positions, with the clinic always manned by a licensed EMT or equivalent.
- Maintain all necessary licensing, certifications, and credentials, making them available for inspection as required.
- Participate in training and maintain dependable attendance and flexibility in the work schedule.
- Logistics and Reporting:
- Manage the procurement, storage, and inventory of medical and laboratory supplies and pharmaceuticals.
- Submit detailed monthly reports on medical and laboratory supplies and pharmaceuticals used, distinguishing between personnel categories for reimbursement purposes.
- Ensure the maintenance and repair of all medical equipment provided.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Licensed Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with valid certification from at least one state in the U.S., the District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.
- Must pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) or Tier 1 investigation equivalent if working over 180 days in a fiscal year.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in a remote or military setting.
- Proficiency in emergency medical care.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Work Environment:
- Work in person at a remote location on Wake Island.
- Government Charter flight available every two weeks for transportation to and from WIA.
- Lodging and meals provided while on-site.
- Work includes standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 20 lbs.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $19.45 - $25.06 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Paramedic License (Preferred)
- EMT Certification (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road