- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Philadelphia Medical Reserve Corps Summer Training
ORGANIZATION: Medical Reserve Corps
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
If you are interested in being a part of the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC), we have a summer orientation coming up where we will be discussing what we do in the MRC, summer health, as well as going through a Stop the Bleed training and learning about Bomb threats at special events! We are very lucky to work so closely with the Philadelphia Fire Department that we deploy during special events, and this training will focus on how we do that. The training will go from 9 am- 1 pm on Saturday, June 2nd, with lunch and snacks provided. If you are interested in learning more or being a part of the MRC, register for the training at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PDPH_MRC_Special_Events. We will also offer free continuing education units for physicians, nurses, and social workers!
More opportunities with Medical Reserve Corps
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Medical Reserve Corps
Location:
1101 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, US
Mission Statement
The mission of the Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is to improve the health and safety of communities across Philadelphia by organizing and utilizing public health, medical and other volunteers.
Description
The Philadelphia Medical Reserve Corps
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) established the Philadelphia MRC in October 2005.
The Philadelphia MRC now has about 725 active members who are trained, credentialed, and ready to respond when needed. They stay prepared by:
- attending training on emergency preparedness and response
- participating in preparedness drills and exercises hosted by PDPH and other City agencies
- assisting with public health functions when needed, such as supporting flu vaccine clinics
During an emergency, Philadelphia MRC volunteers may help in critical ways. They may:
- conduct medical screening or evaluation
- give vaccine or medicine
- answer questions in a hotline call center
- provide behavioral health support
- help with mass patient care in shelters, clinics or hospitals
- assist with disease control measures, such as case finding and monitoring
The Philadelphia MRC will make every effort to match the emergency roles of volunteers with their professional skills and licensure. In addition, all volunteers will be given specific training for response and, if necessary, will be provided with medication, vaccine or equipment to protect themselves.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
The University of the SciencesMcNeil Science CenterWoodland Ave and 43rd StPhiladelphia, PA 19104
DATE POSTED
May 24, 2018
SKILLS
- EMT
- Disaster Response
- Healthcare
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18