Paramedic
Ensure medical readiness and provide emergency care in field operations.
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Overview
Ensure medical readiness and provide emergency care in field operations.
You have:
- One year experience in the mine action program
- 2 years’ experience as nurse or paramedic positions in the hospital or clinic
- High school diploma or equivalent certification
- Assistant MD doctor or Nurse certification
- Fluency in Pashto and Dari
- Basic English proficiency
Contract
This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.
WHO ARE WE?
We Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home. The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956 and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced. All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Paramedic refers to an educated nurse or paramedic, with a record of completion at paramedic training course organized by DDG or DMAC. Successful conduct in the position requires a disciplined and structured approach to medical procedures and equipment, with a high level of tolerance for stress and eye for basic hygiene. The life of a person within the Team/Section may depend on the actions of the Paramedic.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure that the assigned medical equipment is complete and serviceable as described in the Medical SOP and the On Site Requirements SOP.
- Remain alert and available at all times during the Demining, Survey-, BAC- and EOD activities in the field.
Ensure that the safety vehicle is available, capable of evacuating a lying casualty and ready to be used as an ambulance.
Maintain at all times a high level of collective hygiene at the work site, within the ambulance and the camp compound.
Monitor, treat and follow up the medical status of the deminers and other DDG staff in the field.
Inspect the validity of medicine, drugs and equipment in a daily basis.
- Report any problems or concerns related medical coverage, assigned equipment and medical kits in the operation area to the Team member/Section leader.
- Perform MEDEVAC exercise at least one per month and re MEDEVAC exercise when start operation in the new location on command by the Team Leader/Section leader.
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role you must have:
Experience and technical competencies:
- One year experience in the mine action program
- 2 years’ experience as nurse or paramedic positions in the hospital or clinic
Education/qualifications:
- High school (Certificate is attached)
- Assistant MD doctor or Nurse certification (Certificate is attached)
Languages:
- Pashto and Dari –fluency
- Basic English
Application process:
Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking the Apply link below. All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages), Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV-only applications will not be considered.
Note: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you had to respond quickly to a medical emergency? | The interviewer wants to assess your experience with emergency medical response. | Share specific details about the situation and actions you took. |
| How do you ensure hygiene standards in a medical context? | The interviewer is interested in your understanding of hygiene practices. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps do you take to evaluate medical equipment before a field operation? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle stress in high-pressure situations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to work as part of a team in a medical setting. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have in training others in medical procedures? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to work with the Danish Refugee Council? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated on the latest medical practices and guidelines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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