Description

Founded in 1984, the volunteer medical program in Ecuador has the objective of providing adequate medical assistance for people with disabilities who cannot afford private service. Approximately 20 Ecuadorian doctors volunteer at the center, as well as local university students.

Volunteer activities may include:
* Assisting professionals in the following areas: general medicine, rehab, visual, nursing assistance, occupational therapy, speech therapy and more.
* Help nurses in the general medicine area.
* Assist in the rehabilitation area.
* Support doctors filling out patient histories, checking blood pressure, and other duties.
* Helping children with speech therapy.
* And other assistance requested by the staff and medical professionals.

Highlights

* Personalized Volunteer Placement with our Partner in Ecuador, based on your skills and interests, including all the coordination, in-person visits and communication necessary with the local organization.
* Learn about the Ecuadorian culture by spending time with local people and enjoying city attractions if you choose during your free time.
* Detailed orientation meeting in Quito and walking tour in the city.
* Transportation from the airport.
* A comfortable, safe homestay in Ecuador.
* In-country basic language assistance.
* Professional, locally based staff to provide orientation, supervision and guidance throughout your stay.
* Extensive medical, accident and dental insurance along with emergency evacuation insurance, applicable to GeoVisions' participants worldwide.
* Important documents, including in-depth pre-departure packs, orientation information, and all in-country informational materials.
* Country-based airport transportation.
* A toll-free 24-hour emergency hotline in the U.S.

Qualifications

Volunteers should have an enthusiastic attitude and keen interest in the medical field, activities would be assigned according to participant's experience. Basic knowledge of Spanish is needed.

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Please see website for current prices.

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

GeoVisions programs include accommodation, most meals, airport pick-up, project training, in-country support, extensive medical and accident insurance, extensive pre-departure information and onsite project orientation.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Community Health
• Disability Issues
• Health Care
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Volunteering

Typical Volunteer

All volunteers must be 18 years old or older. Volunteers need to have a desire to learn about another culture and teach about theirs. All interested participants must complete a GeoVisions application.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network

GeoVisions's Mission Statement

GeoVisions is committed to help individuals develop global skills to succeed in the twenty-first century. These skills will ultimately lead to greater cooperation and understanding among nations and peoples of the world. We are committed to treating every person on a GeoVisions program with respect, and devoting our energies to helping participants meet their individual and collective goals.

Year Founded

2001