Medical Volunteers Needed for Ukraine Relief Effort - Frontline Medics - Minimum of 5 weeks
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Recruiting Organization: Frontline Medics
Calling all qualified medical personnel!Do you have a passion for helping others and the courage to serve in a challenging environment?
We are seeking dedicated medical professionals to volunteer in Ukraine. You will play a vital role in providing emergency medical care to Ukranian civilians and military personnel. This is a volunteer opportunity with a minimum commitment of 5 weeks in a demanding combat environment.
What You'll Do:
- Assess and treat injuries in a fast-paced environment with limited resources.
- Provide pre-hospital care and stabilize patients for transport to definitive care facilities.
- Work collaboratively with other medical professionals and local teams.
- Adapt to a dynamic and potentially dangerous situation.
Requirements:
- Currently certified:
- Paramedic, nurse, doctor, nurse practitioner or other qualified medical personnel with at least 2 years of experience, or
- EMT-B with at least 5 years of experience.
- Strong clinical skills and experience in trauma care.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Adaptable and resourceful with a willingness to learn new protocols.
- Physically fit and able to work long hours in potentially challenging conditions.
- Ability to drive (automatic). Ability to drive manual preferred.
- Basic proficiency in English. Ukrainian language skills are a plus.
Benefits:
- Make a real difference in the lives of those affected by the conflict.
- Gain valuable experience in disaster medicine and international aid work.
- Be part of a supportive team of dedicated medical professionals.
- Shared housing and some meals provided throughout your deployment.
Interested in applying? Fill out our volunteer application here: https://forms.gle/rZJPDTMStBNL8emZ8
We look forward to hearing from you. Please email us at volunteer@frontlinemedics.org if you have any questions!
Please note:
Due to the nature of the work required, prior experience working in conflict zones is highly preferred. We are committed to the safety of our volunteers and will provide comprehensive pre-deployment training and security briefings.
For more information about Frontline Medics, please check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/frontline_medics/.
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Fee Amount: None
This opportunity is recurring
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CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Lviv, Lviv Oblast Ukraine
DATE POSTED
May 29, 2024
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REQUIREMENTS
- FULL_TIME