Lead Prehospital Medical Specialist (LPHMS)

Unable to provide sponsorship at this time. Only considering persons eligible to work in the United States. Global Support and Development is seeking to hire a Lead Prehospital Medical Specialist (LPHMS). The position is full-time, in-person, and located at HQ in Charlotte, N.C. Looking for a career where you can truly make an impact? Reporting to the Senior Manager of Medical Operations, The LPHMS serves in a dual capacity as a field-deployable senior medical provider and as the administrative lead responsible for medical readiness, credentialing, sustainment, and oversight of the Prehospital Medical Specialist (PHMS) cohort. The LPHMS operates under the Senior Manager of Medical Operations and works closely with Field Response Team (FRT) leadership to ensure PHMS personnel meet all clinical, operational, regulatory, and deployment requirements. This role ensures GSD maintains a highly trained, compliant, and ready prehospital medical workforce capable of supporting disaster response and capacity-strengthening missions. The LPHMS also directly deploys and participates in field medical operations, providing advanced medical care, operational guidance, and leadership during both domestic and international missions. This position operates across land-based and maritime environments and collaborates closely with the Operations and Plans Department, Maritime Access Team, Field Response Team, and external partners such as Atrium Health. GSD offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Up to 25 days of accrued vacation Up to 80 hours of annual sick leave Up to 80 hours of Military Pay and 30 Days Differential Medical, Dental and Vision (GSD covers monthly premium) Group Life and AD&D Coverage (GSD covers monthly premium) Retirement (Pre and Post Tax Options) and a Company Match Matches on Qualified 529 Plans Up to 14 Paid Holidays Want to know more? Read on to learn more about the role. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Oversee credentialing, licensing, certification, and recertification requirements for all PHMS personnel; Maintain and manage the medical readiness tracking system, ensuring all PHMS maintain current clinical currencies and competencies; Develop and coordinate sustainment training, clinical rotations, hospital privileges (if applicable), and continuing education for PHMS staff; Lead onboarding, training, and integration processes for new PHMS personnel; Conduct performance evaluations (from a medical perspective), provide coaching and mentorship, and support professional development for PHMS members; Manage scheduling, deployment rosters, surge staffing, and operational readiness for the PHMS cohort; Ensure adherence to medical documentation standards, quality assurance/quality improvement (QA/QI) processes, and data integrity; Support development, review, and implementation of medical SOPs, treatment guidelines, protocols, and clinical governance frameworks; Serve as primary liaison between the Medical Department and FRT Team Leads for coordination of staffing, readiness, and operational needs; Support the evaluation of medical program effectiveness, participate in strategic planning, and recommend improvements to organizational medical readiness; Assist with medical administrative tasks including medical mission package development, protocol updates, and compliance monitoring; Deliver high-quality medical care during disaster response operations, maritime access missions, and resilience-based engagements; Act as a senior medical provider for Field Response Teams and Maritime Access Teams, providing advanced medical oversight and decision-making; Conduct rapid health needs assessments and medical risk/threat assessments both pre-deployment and in real time; Provide expert medical consultation to GSD leadership, team leads, and operational partners; Support internal team health and safety via direct medical care, preventive health guidance, and operational medical planning; Participate in After Action Reviews (AARs), contribute to MEAL assessments, and ensure lessons learned are incorporated into medical practice; Support local healthcare systems and partners through ICS/EOC integration, triage operations, surge support, and medical management activities; Identify gaps in medical infrastructure and assist in implementing Medical Mission Ready Packages; Maintain all FRT operational competencies including internal rescue, debris clearance, security/safety measures, communications, uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), and sustainment tasks; Deploy domestically and internationally as required, including rapid response operations; Prompt and action GSD's core values of accountability, humility, and integrity in all work we conduct; Promote good stewardship of financial and other resources to achieve maximum benefit to those impacted by disaster or at risk of impact; and Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Required Experience: Eight (8) years of relevant prehospital medical experience; Three (3) years of medical program administration, credentialing, training management, or clinical governance; Three (3) years of experience operating as part of a team in disaster response, humanitarian, or austere environments; and Two (2) years of supervisory or team leadership experience in high-risk or resource-constrained settings. Education: Degree/education required for licensed practice in the State of North Carolina for PA/NP/RN roles; or Required education for licensure as a Paramedic/FP-C. Professional Licenses/Certifications: (Candidate must meet one of the eligible pathways below): Valid state licensure (all licenses must be valid through the end of 2026) and board certification (as applicable); Paramedic: NREMT-P and ability to obtain NC EMS license (FP-C, CCP-C, WP-C, or TP-C preferred); Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP): Must be able to obtain North Carolina license; austere and prehospital experience required; Flight Nurse or Flight Paramedic: With on-scene and transport experience; Registered Nurse meeting NREMT-Paramedic standards: Must obtain and maintain NREMT-P and NC EMS licenses; will be required to complete paramedic clinical shifts through GSD; Must have (or be in the process of) renewing the following certifications: BLS (Healthcare Provider) ACLS PALS PHTLS (TCCC/TECC acceptable) ATLS or ITLS Must have or be able to gain and maintain Diver Medical Technician (DMT) certification via the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology, which includes maintaining the ability to work in a hyperbaric chamber environment for diving operations; Ability to pass medical clearance for hyperbaric exposure; FEMA ICS 100-800 (preferred); and Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C), Certified Wilderness Paramedic (WP-C), Certified Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C), Certified Tactical Paramedic (TP-C), Wilderness First Responder (WFR), Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS), FEMA ICS 100 - 800 (preferred). Knowledge/Skills: Strong leadership, interpersonal, and mentorship skills; Demonstrated ability to oversee credentialing, readiness systems, and medical program administration; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong decision-making capability in dynamic, high-stress environments; Ability to balance operational and medical requirements while supporting team and mission needs; Experience working in culturally diverse and challenging environments; Familiarity with humanitarian principles and humanitarian work; Proficiency in Google Workspace and collaboration tools such as Airtable and relevant dashboards; Strong organizational skills and the ability to rapidly shift tasks; Experience working and/or traveling domestically and internationally; and Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: At this time, GSD is not offering sponsorship and is only accepting applications from persons eligible to work in the United States; and Routine domestic and international travel up to 40% is required. GSD prioritizes the safety, security, and well-being of all of our staff members. All employees are expected to follow strict safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required and adherence to safety regulations (maritime, and other), to mitigate risks. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and North Carolina state law, GSD will provide reasonable accommodation for a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship or a direct threat to the health and/or safety of the individual or others. These working conditions and physical demands are described to provide a clear understanding of the nature of the role, including the essential deployment responsibilities that may be necessary, to ensure that potential candidates are well-prepared for the challenging and demanding nature of the duties and realities of disaster response work. GSD is not able to reasonably predict when or whether it will become necessary to deploy an employee in this position for disaster response work. Such decisions are made as circumstances arise to meet organizational needs, and employees in this role are therefore expected to be able to fulfill disaster response work responsibilities. Working Conditions During Non-Deployment Periods Work is performed in an office setting and is generally sedentary, but may involve movement (e.g., walking, standing or otherwise being mobile throughout the office) for brief periods of time; Ability to use hands, reach, and independently lift and move items weighing up to 20 pounds, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects; Ability to bend and stoop; Ability to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time; Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity to operate computer and other office equipment; Ability to communicate effectively with others. Working Conditions During Deployment Periods (Including Rapid Response) May be regularly exposed to and required to work in varying outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, heavy rainfall, and other extreme weather events; May be required to engage in irregular travel and / or work schedules, which may include extended hours exceeding 8 or 12 hours in a day for prolonged periods outside of the control of the individual; While wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) which is required and provided by GSD: Work may be conducted near moving mechanical parts, which could include exposure to loud noises; Work may be conducted near and include potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals; or Work may be conducted in areas that include exposure to the risk of electrical shock or vibration. Ability to obtain necessary travel documents and fulfill any other travel requirements (including an active passport, visa requirements, vaccinations, etc.); This role may include deployments to support natural disaster response efforts within hazardous, dynamic, and unstable environments (economically/environmentally) in pre- and post- disaster scenarios, which could include, among other conditions: lack of access to medical care, exposure to critical incidents (including severe injury, death, traumatic encounters, and/or mental strain), and uncommon sleeping arrangements (i.e. not in a hotel, could include close living quarters and cohabitation); GSD's nutritional environment contains milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish, soy, and wheat products. Ability to make dietary accommodations may be limited. Potential exposure to food borne allergens; and Employees may be required for this role to work upon our Humanitarian Vessel for up to 30 consecutive days. The vessel's working environment entails performing in conditions inherent to vessel travel, including but not limited to: steep and narrow stairs and living spaces, close quarters including cohabitation, sharp surfaces, metal gangways and ladders, heavy doors, European-type plugs and wiring (220-240v, 60Hz) which cannot support all American appliances, in addition to bright and flashing lights, loud noises, nuts and shellfish exposure, poor weather, movements which can trigger motion sickness, and / or limited access to hospital / definitive care. This setting involves various sea conditions, including but not limited to rough seas, adverse weather, and potential for sea sickness. Physical Demands During Non-Deployment Periods Ability to perform work indoors in an office environment; Ability to work a varied schedule to complete projects and meet deadlines in response to changing demands; Ability to travel to attend meetings, industry or professional association conferences and stay overnight as required. Physical Demands During Deployment Periods Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for up to 50% of the time; Ability to regularly engage in manual dexterity; [FOR VESSEL] Essential physical requirements (depending on job description requirements) may also include climbing, balancing, reaching or stretching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling; Ability to frequently move lift, push, pull, carry items weighing up to 20 pounds for various needs; Ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer), and the ability to communicate information and ideas so that others will understand (must also be able to exchange accurate information in these situations); Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Other duties and tasks may be assigned to this job at GSD's discretion. Work Authorization Requirements: GSD participates in E-verify, an internet-based system that allows employers to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. E-Verify is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration. Our participation in E-Verify is in compliance with federal law and is limited to the use of E-Verify for employment eligibility verification only. We do not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. Notwithstanding, employment is conditional upon validity of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs). This job description is a summary rather than a detailed list of the duties performed. The essential functions, knowledge, skills, and working conditions may change along with business needs. This job description does not constitute a contract between employer and employee as employment is at will. Global Support and Development provides reasonable accommodations to assist qualified individuals in order to perform the essential functions their job requires. GSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and embraces all candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), nation of origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military/veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. GSD promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all candidate selections.

Created: 2026-03-10