Nurse Practitioner - BOSC Clinic

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced, comprehensive medical care and treatment for a wide variety of acute and chronic illnesses in the BOSC Clinic.
• Perform physical exams, evaluate medical histories, and order diagnostic tests to accurately assess patient conditions.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and other medical conditions while adhering to established medical protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals in providing evidence-based care for clinic patients.
• Prescribe and manage medications, including dispensing drug therapies in accordance with applicable medical regulations and standards.
• Educate patients on health maintenance topics, disease prevention, and management of chronic health conditions.
• Assist in monitoring and improving the quality of healthcare services provided in the clinic.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring all medical documentation is in compliance with healthcare regulations and contractual requirements.
• Provide emergency medical care to address critical and urgent health needs of patients.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of public health programs and medical readiness initiatives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in nursing with a valid and current Nurse Practitioner license (must meet US standards).
• 1-3 years of relevant experience providing healthcare as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Comprehensive knowledge of professional medical principles, examination, diagnosis, and treatment techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with English proficiency in both written and oral communication.
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in an austere OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) environment with a multi-national workforce is preferred.
• Valid country driver's license and passport.
• Country visa (as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide).
• Experience working in a military medical or clinic setting.
• Training and/or experience providing emergency trauma care and treatment in remote locations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote, operational environment with resource constraints.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality: Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance: Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.