Physician - General Medical Officer

Internationalsosgovernmentmedicalservices; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

International SOS Government Medical Services seeks a physician to provide outpatient, urgent, and initial emergency care for U.S. government personnel overseas.

The role involves coordinating with a multidisciplinary team in Iraq, with a focus on stabilization, chronic care follow-up, and emergency readiness. Requirements include MD/DO, board certification in EM/FM/IM, and full US medical licensure, plus ATLS/BLS/ACLS.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical education program.
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
• Active, full, unrestricted US medical license.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary, urgent, and initial emergency care to a broad patient mix.
• Assess, stabilize, and coordinate care with higher levels when needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, and staff for coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow-up for chronic conditions.
• Support emergency readiness and coordinate patient transfers as required.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Team collaboration

Medical documentation

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification (EM/FM/IM)

Tools

ATLS

BLS

ACLS

US medical license

Job description

You’ll provide outpatient, urgent care, and initial emergency medical care within a collaborative international healthcare program supporting U.S. government personnel in Iraq. Working alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff, you’ll evaluate a wide variety of clinical presentations while practicing with a broad clinical scope alongside physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff.

This is a hands‑on clinical role providing broad patient care across primary, urgent, and initial emergency services. You’ll participate in the assessment and stabilization of urgent or emergent presentations, support emergency preparedness, and coordinate medical evacuation when patients require care beyond the clinic’s capabilities.

Location: Iraq

Assignment Details: This is a full‑time, fixed‑term role of up to 12 months. Separate shorter term opportunities are also available. Housing, meals, and project‑related airfare are company‑paid.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver primary, urgent, and initial emergency care for a broad range of medical conditions, including preventive services, health maintenance, and patient education.
• Assess, stabilize, and manage urgent or emergent presentations while coordinating higher levels of care and medical evacuation when appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, nurses, and support staff to provide coordinated, patient‑centered care.
• Manage limited follow‑up of established chronic conditions and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Support operational readiness by participating in emergency response activities, maintaining compliance with clinical protocols and quality standards, and coordinating patient transfers when higher levels of care are required.

Requirements

• MD or DO from an accredited medical education program.
• Board certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
• Full, unrestricted medical license in a U.S. state, territory, or commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Current Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification is required; current BLS and ACLS certifications are also required.
• At least five years of recent physician experience, including a minimum of six months in active clinical practice within the last year.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident Card holder with a valid passport.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an MRPT security clearance, meet program physical‑readiness requirements, and relocate to Iraq for the duration of the project.

Preferred

• Prior experience supporting military, government, or international healthcare environments.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

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.