Intermittent Roving Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO) Personal Services Contractor(s)

Peace Corps is seeking Intermittent Roving Medical Officers (PCMOs) to provide healthcare to Volunteers and Trainees worldwide. These positions are for experienced, licensed, and nationally certified nurse practitioners or physicians willing to travel extensively for assignments lasting six or more weeks. Responsibilities include direct patient care, health education, counseling, and managing health programs in their assigned countries. The contract is for one year, with potential for up to four option years, based on performance and funding. PCMOs will work full-time on an as-needed basis, up to 195 days per year, requiring flexibility for frequent travel and after-hours calls. While not a remote position, benefits may include medical evacuation insurance, health insurance reimbursement, and housing. Applicants must meet stringent qualifications, including a medical or nurse practitioner degree, five years of overseas PCMO-comparable experience, health education experience, and the ability to obtain a security and medical clearance. The application process requires various documents, including a detailed resume, professional licenses, references, and a privileging form. Evaluation will prioritize overseas experience, health clinic management, and the quality of application materials, followed by interviews and reference checks.

This document, "TG 116 Attachment C July 2024," outlines the privileges and qualifications for Peace Corps Medical Officers (Physicians). It details core privileges, covering essential administrative and clinical duties such as assessing acute and chronic issues, managing immunization programs, and prescribing medications. Qualifications require a medical degree from an approved institution, valid licensure, and relevant experience. The form also lists desired privileges, including basic microscopy and minor surgical procedures. It includes sections for clinical service recommendations and an acknowledgment by the practitioner, ensuring they are qualified and understand Peace Corps policies. This document serves as a standardized framework for credentialing and delineating the scope of practice for medical officers within the Peace Corps.

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This Statement of Work outlines the responsibilities of a Peace Corps Medical Officer (PCMO), a physician-level role under the ultimate medical supervision of the Peace Corps Associate Director for the Office of Health Services. Key responsibilities include providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative healthcare to Peace Corps Volunteers, performing physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, and prescribing medications in accordance with Medical Technical Guidelines. The PCMO will also provide mental health counseling, promote health education, and manage the in-country Volunteer Health Support Program, encompassing safety, prevention, clinical care, counseling, and program administration. Specific duties cover establishing referral networks, coordinating medical evacuations, maintaining health records (ensuring confidentiality), and managing health unit operations. Furthermore, the PCMO will be involved in sexual assault prevention and response, including providing clinical and psychosocial care, adhering to documentation guidelines, and participating in specialized training. The role requires significant in-country and potential international travel, emphasizing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to evolving program needs, including temporary assignments for broader Peace Corps goals.

The “INTERMITTENT ROVING PEACE CORPS MEDICAL OFFICER APPLICATION FORM” outlines the detailed requirements for individuals applying to serve as Medical Officers. The application necessitates comprehensive personal, passport, and professional information, including a ten-year work history with specifics on duties, salaries, supervision, and reasons for leaving. It also requires extensive details on licenses, certifications, and educational background. Applicants must affirm specific qualifications, such as five years of overseas PCMO-comparable experience, health education, counseling, training design, health unit management, and proficiency in English and Microsoft Office. The form includes a series of yes/no questions regarding professional conduct, legal history, substance use, and employment stability, requiring explanations for any affirmative answers. Three professional references, including one from a supervisor and two from medical colleagues, are also required. The document concludes with an authorization for information release and an applicant's certification of accuracy.

The document, "TG 116 Attachment D July 2024: Privileges for Peace Corps Medical Officers - Certified Nurse Practitioner," outlines the core and desired clinical privileges for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) serving as Peace Corps Medical Officers. To qualify, NPs must have a master's, post-master's, or doctoral nursing degree, valid RN and NP licensure/certification, and relevant experience. Core privileges include administrative tasks like maintaining immunization programs and documentation, and clinical duties such as assessing acute/chronic issues, EKG interpretation, administering anesthesia, performing physical exams, prescribing medications, and providing short-term counseling. Desired privileges encompass procedures like anoscopy, basic microscopy, IUD removal, and various biopsies. The document also includes sections for clinical service recommendations (approval, modification, or denial), an acknowledgment by the practitioner, and requires reporting of any major complications encountered for core privileges.

The Peace Corps is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (PCMO) to provide comprehensive healthcare services to Volunteers, Trainees, and other eligible personnel in a specific country. The PCMO will operate under the supervision of the Associate Director for the Office of Health Services (AD/OHS) and the Country Director (CD). Key responsibilities include diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative care; mental health counseling; health education; managing the in-country Volunteer Health Support Program; and ensuring safety and security. The role also involves program management, administrative duties, maintaining clinical records, and participating in sexual assault prevention and response. The PCMO must hold valid RN and Nurse Practitioner licenses and adhere to Peace Corps policies and Medical Technical Guidelines. The position requires on-call availability, travel, and may involve mentoring other PCMOs.