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The General Surgeon reports to the Program Manager and is supervised clinically by the designated site medical director Surgeon's work.

This setting may require the General Surgeon to coordinate with local hospitals to determine local capabilities, coordinate admission, monitor and arrange final disposition. In addition, this setting may require stabilization of patients and coordination of evacuation of patients to medevac center or CONUS.

The General Surgeon may have a leadership role (Site Medical Director).

The General Surgeon will provide preoperative, operative, and post-operative management of patient care.

General Surgeons provide a U.S. standard of care for our patient care/treatment model.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which Acuity is recognized.

LOCATION: Iraq

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All Health Care Providers (HCPs) will document care delivered and follow up care required.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, and new policy requirements.
• Maintain the highest regard for patient dignity and observe the precepts of the American Hospital Associations Bill of Rights for patients.
• Participate and advise in Mass Casualty Exercises/Events.
• Assists with the managing of day-to-day activities and prioritizing tasks.
• Operates personal computer to access e-mail, electronic calendars, and other basic office support software.
• Complies with all applicable Acuity standards and guidelines.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts, and new policy requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years minimum experience
• Must have completed General Surgery Residency within the United State or Western country equivalent.
• U.S. or Canadian Board Certified
• Hold and maintain a current unrestricted U.S. (State) license.
• Have and maintain current certification:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Basic Life Support(BLS) or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Must have a current U.S. Passport.
• Participate in training, (including HIPAA training).
• Recent completion of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) or comparable advanced trauma course featuring "live tissue" or exceptional simulation training is desirable.
• Completion of a trauma fellowship will merit particular consideration.
• All health care providers and medical support staff must have recent clinical experience in patient care for at least 6 months out of the past year.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid, current U.S. Driver's License.
• Must have a valid US Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.
• Requires a favorable security background check and drug screen.
• Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.
• Must be current in all required certifications.
• Shall attend a Pre-deployment Counter Terrorism training course prior to deployment
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
• Shall demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs and the Acuity Medical Management Systems software.
• Normal workweek is established by the Program Manager.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Performs duties in a safe manner and follows the corporate safety policy.
• Participates in and supports safety meetings, training, and goals.
• Ensures safe operating conditions within area of responsibility.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be "medically and dentally fit" in accordance Acuity Medical Readiness Guidelines and Policies and/or as dictated by the Client.
• No conditions that would prevent the wear of personal protective equipment; including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor and chemical/biological protective garments or conditions that would preventthe capability of donning, lifting, or carrying of up to 70 lbs. of referenced gear while running to a bunker or protected area in the face of perceived or imminent danger.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment; travel in Iraq is required by surface or air.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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