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Flexible Schedule
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Arlington, VA 22204
Physical Activity Instruction (Move to Health Program) Arlington Free Clinic (AFC) is a nonprofit organization that provides free, high-quality healthcare to low-income, uninsured adults in Arlington. AFC’s Move to Health Program (MTH) targets patients who are identified as being at risk for, and those who are already managing, a chronic disease, as well as patients who are deconditioned. The primary focus is to increase physical activity and promote good nutrition through patient-centered coaching delivered by volunteers. Volunteer Move To Health coaches work with a team of volunteer coaches and interpreters to provide activity assessments and goal setting. Presently, Move to Health classes happen on Tuesday nights from 6-7:30pm. The MTH coach: (1) encourages patients with or at risk for chronic health issues (Diabetes, Hypertension, Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome) to follow evidence-based guidelines to increase their activity level by: assessing current level of activity and fitness, establishing goals and providing ongoing support, (2) adapts the exercises for deconditioned patients with graded exercise for strength and endurance, and (3) helps patients set goals for changing eating habits and shifting to healthier choices as well as making exercise part of their daily routine. The primary qualifications for the role of Move To Health coach are: A strong belief in the importance of promoting physical activity and good nutrition to prevent/manage chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, metabolic syndrome, etc.) Availability to attend a MTH volunteer training session to learn the format as well as the assessment tools used in the weekly exercise/nutrition sessions. Experience in exercise training, fitness, wellness preferred, but not required Other helpful experience: Fluency in languages other than English, mainly Spanish The time commitment for volunteer MTH coaches is as follows: Available Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7:30 Commits to volunteering at least 2 times a month
Date Posted: 2024-02-20
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Flexible Schedule
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Arlington, VA 22204
Arlington Free Clinic relies upon professional medical volunteers to provide free and quality care to uninsured resident adults of Arlington, VA. We need Primary Care and Specialist providers for patient appointments. Generally, available shifts are Monday-Thursday 1pm-3:30pm and Tuesday-Thursday 5:30pm-8:30pm. Almost all shifts are in-person/onsite, but some telehealth opportunities are still available depending on circumstances. Most volunteers work once or twice per month for three hours per shift and we require a eight-month or more commitment. Volunteers are required to do phone interviews with several decision-making staff and must pass a reference/license check. Providers must be licensed to practice in Virginia and be in good standing in their affiliated hospital. We register all licensed medical professionals with the Virginia Department of Risk Management which provides risk coverage for those working as volunteers in free clinics.
Date Posted: 2024-02-20
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Flexible Schedule
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Arlington, VA 22204
Arlington Free Clinic relies upon professional medical volunteers to provide free and quality care to uninsured resident adults of Arlington, VA. We need Primary Care and Specialist providers for patient appointments. Generally, available shifts are Monday-Thursday 1pm-3:30pm and Tuesday-Thursday 5:30pm-8:30pm. Almost all shifts are in-person/onsite, but some telehealth opportunities are still available depending on circumstances. Most volunteers work once or twice per month for three hours per shift and we require a eight-month or more commitment. Volunteers are required to do phone interviews with several decision-making staff and must pass a reference/license check. Providers must be licensed to practice in Virginia and be in good standing in their affiliated hospital. We register all licensed medical professionals with the Virginia Department of Risk Management which provides risk coverage for those working as volunteers in free clinics.
Date Posted: 2024-02-20
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Flexible Schedule
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Virtual Opportunity
Arlington Free Clinic is in need of licensed mental health volunteers to see patients remotely or in-person! AFC strives to support physical & emotional well-being and has been providing mental health services in a primary care setting since 2001. Aware that mental health care delivered in a primary care setting is highly effective, we are currently seeking volunteer mental health professionals who can promote mental health, resilience, and overall well-being for our low income, uninsured population. With the changes and stresses brought about by COVID-19 our patient needs have increased and we would like to bring on more volunteers to meet the increased need. We are currently seeking NPs, RNs, LPCs, LMFTs, or LCSWs licensed in Virginia. Spanish language ability is most welcome, but not required. Volunteers must commit to 1-2 shifts a month and appointments can be done via telemedicine. Please email volunteer@arlingtonfreeclinic.org with a copy of your CV for more information! **Arlington Free Clinic provides free, high-quality health care to low-income, uninsured Arlington County adults through the generosity of donors and volunteers.**
Date Posted: 2024-02-20
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Flexible Schedule
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Arlington, VA 22204
Arlington Free Clinic relies upon professional medical volunteers to provide free and quality care to uninsured resident adults of Arlington, VA. We need Primary Care and Specialist providers for patient appointments. Generally, available shifts are Monday-Thursday 1pm-3:30pm and Tuesday-Thursday 5:30pm-8:30pm. Almost all shifts are in-person/onsite, but some telehealth opportunities are still available depending on circumstances. Most volunteers work once or twice per month for three hours per shift and we require a eight-month or more commitment. Volunteers are required to do phone interviews with several decision-making staff and must pass a reference/license check. Providers must be licensed to practice in Virginia and be in good standing in their affiliated hospital. We register all licensed medical professionals with the Virginia Department of Risk Management which provides risk coverage for those working as volunteers in free clinics.
Date Posted: 2024-02-20
