Health Care in South Africa
Are you interested in a career in the medical field? Are you studying to become a nurse or a doctor? Do you care about the wellbeing of others? If so, our Health Programme will enable you to gain access into a South African hospital which will no doubt be a very humbling and life changing experience for you. Volunteers are required to have some experience in the medical sector, but do not necessarily need to be qualified. You will be involved in every aspect of hospital activities including the weighing, counseling and testing of patients. You will also be able to observe professionals, but under no circumstances will you be operating on patients. Dispensing pills, talking to and comforting patients, office work, testing patients for HIV and TB – You will learn a wealth of knowledge and gain a true appreciation for what doctors, nurses and counselors do for their communities on a daily basis. You too could save lives
- Location
- South Africa, Capetown, South Africa
- Duration
- 2 - 24 Weeks
- Price
- fr €599
- 2 weeks Fr €599
- 4 weeks Fr €899
- 6 Weeks Fr €1,250
- 8 Weeks Fr €1,583
- (For longer durations please contact us)
- Accommodation
- Included
- Meals
- Included
- Dates
- All Year
- Info Pack
- Not included
Requirements
A love and passion for people:
- Medical related experience and/or studies in the field
- Patience and empathy
- A willingness to help where help is needed
Maximum duration
24 Weeks
What is included?
- 2 day Orientation
- Airport pick up
- Accommodation
- Meals ( no meals during orientation )
- 24 support from our Ground staff / coordinators
What is not included?
- Return flights to South Africa
- Insurance
- Garda Vetting
- Any personal items needed
Details of tasks
Categories of placements:
- Local clinics
- Hospice centres for terminally ill HIV/AIDS patients
- HIV/AIDS awareness programmes
Wound dressing
- Taking blood pressure, pulse and temperature measurements
- Assisting patients from one service point to another
- Weighing
- Awareness programmes
Working days
Mondays to Fridays from 07:00 to 16:00 (local clinics) and 08:00 to 17:00 (hospitals)
Capetown, South Africa
Suburbs / Townships / Cape Flats