Description

The hospital would like medical staff (doctors, med students, nurses, lab technicians) to come and work in their facility. They think this would be a good way to learn from North American professionals, and assist them in areas where they need help.

This will depend on the skills of volunteer. Qualified medical personnel would be most beneficial. They could work in any of the wards, in the laboratories, or assisting with administration.

Highlights

Mab Medical Center is located in an area of Accra called Nyamekye.Nyamekye is about 15 kilometers away from the BaseCamp Center and its got a nice location area.

In 1877, Accra became the capital city of Ghana under the British empire. Accra was selected as the capital by the British because of the access to major ports and lush vegetation. When walking through the streets of the city you will notice public buildings that reflect the 19th century architecture mixed with modern 20th century building designs.

During the early 1900's, the population of Accra started to rise, and has since exploded due to urbanization and the desire to find employment in the large city. As a result, shanty towns are situated at the city's edge and are home for almost 80 percent of all individuals living in Accra.

Qualifications

Ability to learn quickly, take on responsibility.

Minimum Education

High School

Intern Types

• Medicine

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

USD 3,245 for 8 weeks; USD 205 each additional wk.

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Language instruction
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Upon arrival in country our staff will pick you up at the airport and return you to our Orientation Center for a safety briefing and general country orientation. For this program you are required to complete one - 4 weeks of language training and orientation which is included in the cost of the program. At the end of that week you will transfer to your placement to begin volunteering. Our staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week should you require help of any kind.

Experience Required

yes

Positive and professional.

Volunteer Types

• Health
• Health Care
• Health Education
• Hospital
• Medicine
• Nursing

Typical Volunteer

We believe everyone can contribute by volunteering. Recent graduates from high school, college or university, professionals taking a career break, recent retirees, individuals or groups who are interested in a change and the chance to enrich their own life and the lives of others. If you are 18 years or older you can apply for any of the placements available. If you are from 16-18 years old you may apply for placements near our Volunteer Abroad Office and Residence, so that we are able to give you more support. Both students and professionals are needed for placements in all our countries.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Dormitory
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

24-48 hrs

Basecamp International Centers's Mission Statement

We believe international volunteering promotes cross-cultural learning that helps create global awareness, understanding between cultures and provides the platform for positive change. Our volunteers have taught in schools, provided disaster relief support for the International Red Cross, conducted essential research to improve the management strategies of threatened environments, built homes for impoverished people, provided vocational training and programs for street kids and have worked in co-operation with hundreds of local organizations to distribute aid and improve the quality of life for people throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America.

Year Founded

1998