Emergency Medicine / Urgent Care Physician

International SOS Government Medical Services

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Houston, TX, us on site Until 9/23/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 25, 2026 Last posted July 25, 2026
Job description

Provide comprehensive patient care within a collaborative international healthcare environment where clinical autonomy, interdisciplinary partnership, and high-quality outcomes support daily practice across primary, urgent, and episodic care settings.

At International SOS Government Medical Services, you'll support healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U.S. and internationally. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, delivering healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide.

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 role offers the opportunity to care for U.S. government personnel serving overseas while maintaining broad clinical practice across primary care, urgent care, and emergency medicine. You'll also contribute to emergency preparedness and coordinate patient transfers when higher levels of care are required while working within a collaborative physician-led clinical environment.

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Baghdad, Iraq

Assignment: International relocation required for the duration of the project.

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 school with Board Certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicine.
  • Active unrestricted U.S. medical license with current BLS, ACLS, and ATLS certifications.
  • 5+ years of recent physician experience, including active clinical practice within the last year.
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid passport.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT security clearance and meet program physical readiness requirements.

Preferred

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

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Compensation Disclaimer:
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

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.

Compensation (from employer):
36000 – 42000 USD (MONTHLY)

About this role

Summary

Provide emergency, urgent care, and primary care to US government personnel overseas.

Job title

Emergency Medicine / Urgent Care Physician

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Houston, TX; international relocation to Baghdad, Iraq; remote not allowed

Salary

$432k–$504k

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

MD or DOBoard Certification in Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, or Internal Medicineactive unrestricted U.S. medical licenseBLSACLSATLS5+ years recent physician experience

Preferred skills

supporting militarygovernment or international healthcare environments

Specializations

emergency medicineurgent careprimary care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Houston, TX, USA

On-site City