We are very excited to be working in partnership with a US based company who provide medical services to international aid organizations, humanitarian concerns, private sector and government agencies in a wide range of remote and challenging environments. We have fantastic opportunities available for experienced ICU physicians to be able to take up a contract role (all expenses covered) on one of the stunning Islands of the area formerly known as the Dutch Antilles! These Islands are not only beautiful but offer year-round sunshine, a relaxing pace of life and incredible beaches and diving spots.
What is the contract length?
The minimum contract commitment is usually 60 days but may be negotiable. We are looking for those individuals who are available to start this post, with between 2-4 week's notice period with current employment.
What’s the role?
Based on either Aruba, Curacao, and Sint Maarten you will work alongside the existing medical teams where needed as an ICU/CCU Physician (Intensivist). You will be relied upon to secure airways not only in the ICU but also in the ward and in the emergency department at all hours. There may also be times when you are required to utilize your expertise outside of the intensive care unit. For example, surgeon intensivists may be called upon to use their expertise in the operating theatre to assist with complex surgical patients.
You will also have the opportunity to gain different experiences and to learn different approaches whilst integrating with the team, a flexible approach is required where necessary when working with a different medical system to what you may be used to.
What are the required skills and qualifications?
- Current unrestricted registration in relevant specialty
- A current internationally recognized registered license to practice
- Active license
- ACLS / PHTLS (ITLS)
- Ideally 3 years post ICU training experience
- Fluency in English
What’s on offer?
Very generous hourly rate salary - CIRCA 300 USD per hour
Accommodation in high standard hotel
All meals provided in hotel
All travel costs covered
Professional indemnity insurance
And more!
How Head Medical can help
Arranging a position overseas is very exciting, but we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. We’re the UK's specialist in international medical recruitment and we‘ve helped many doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know it’s important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and we’ll talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location.