Location: Baghdad, Iraq
Job Reference: G4S/RM/1254
Closing Date: April 21, 2014
Job Introduction:
The clinic is located in the Iraq International Airport within the secure zone. The Med Ops & Trg Manager will sit within the operation at headquarters level where they will support all AvSec projects, in addition to acting as medical advisor and advocate to the Project Director and on all medical matters.
The core purpose of the Med Ops & Trg Manager is for the provision of primary health care, medical resources and medical training to enable and support the operational performance of G4S SSI. Based at the Iraq International Airport the incumbent must be willing and able to carry out work in other G4S SSI business locations, as required.
G4S is responsible for the physical security of Iraq International Airport and its environs. The environment varies from high intensity population areas such as the main checkpoint and the Airport Terminal to more open environments such as perimeter and airside patrolling.
The physical threat is manifested through random mortar, rocket and small arms fire to the implicit threat of VBIED, suicide attack or the smuggling of explosives and sabotage.
The operational tasking required meeting the needs of the environment and the security threat results in a flexible, multi-talented Category 1 work force. This work force forms the nucleus of past performance and experience together with the backbone of the project.
Life support will be provided in a camp environment including port-a-cabin accommodation, dining facility, laundry and welfare facilities. Internet and telecommunications may be limited due to the environmental conditions in Iraq.
Role Responsibility:
Responsible for the induction, and on-going medical training of G4S SSI personnel and clients, in close liaison with the Director Medical Service’s direction, and the maintenance of up-to-date records.
Responsible for providing medical guidance on all matters relating to illness and injury, public health or environment and hygiene issues, supported by the Clinical Director, if appropriate.
Responsible for the administration of the Medical Clinic within their area of responsibility, including medical surveillance statistics and maintaining up-to-date records.
Work within the guidelines of any relevant governing bodies Code of Professional Conduct and the direction promulgated by the G4S Clinical Governance Committee.
Responsible for the management and development of medical equipment and medicines, including identifying the procurement and supply chain.
Responsible for the provision of clinical services to all G4S SSI employees, including G4S SSI clients and Contractors, as required or directed by G4S SSI management, including induction medicals and conducting random drug and alcohol testing.
Responsible for the provision of emergency trauma life support and identification of appropriate further care.
Responsible for liaison and co-ordination within G4S SSI, and externally with other interested agencies, in respect of the repatriation of the ill, injured or deceased, in conjunction with the Administration and Human Resource Manager.
Responsible for the medical interface and liaison between the remainder of G4S SSI medical assets in the Middle East, to ensure that a holistic and symbiotic communication approach to medicine is achieved.
Provide input into emergency contingency planning and the development of Standard Operating Instructions / Procedures
Be actively involved in professional development and maintain a professional profile in accordance with any relevant governing body mandate.
Maintain a current professional registration (i.e. NMC, HPC).
Deputise for the Clinic Manager whilst this post is vacant on leave
The Ideal Candidate:
Essential:
Adult teaching experience, City & Guilds 7302/7303 (or equivalent).
Display a thorough understanding of the nuances of working in a high threat environment.
Proven administrative ability and the ability to work in a stressful environment.
Proven experience working as an independent medical practitioner.
Posses in date certificates in trauma / critical care management (PHTLS, ILS etc).
Fluent in English.
Desirable:
Remote experience such as Iraq/Afghanistan experience.
City & Guilds 1886 Conflict Resolution (or equivalent).
Proven management and leadership skills in a multi-cultural environment.
The ability to work unsupervised, in a fast paced team environment.
Be able to follow instructions.
Good communication skills both written and verbal.
Good client liaison skills.
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