Application Deadline: 30 Oct 2016
Job Description:
Lutheran Global Health Volunteers
Locations:
Iambi Lutheran Hospital
Bumbuli Council District Hospital
Assignment Includes:
Work alongside Tanzanian counterparts to provide and enhance medical and surgical care of women, pregnant women, and women with complications from a problematic delivery.
Help administration determine and prioritize what equipment would be helpful to acquire in the future to address the changing need of the female population served
Serve as primary provider as well as teacher, mentor, coworker and student of local culture and practice.
Site Information
Iambi Lutheran Hospital is an 88-bed hospital located in a rural area in the Mkalama District, Singida Region of Tanzania - about 70 km (45 miles) from Singida and 400 km (250 miles) from Arusha. The most common activity is farming and livestock herding. The nearest government District hospital is 75 km away and Haydom Lutheran Hospital is about 40 km away (on a rough, dirt road). Iambi recently opened a school of nursing.
Bumbuli Hospital is 120-bed Council Designated Hospital situated on the Usambara Hills at an elevation of 4,200 ft. The hospital is a large, well maintained facility. The area served has a population of 170,000 - Bumbuli District. Most people are engaged in small scale farming for cash crops - also keeping small herds of animals. Others are employed in various institutions within Bumbuli District Council.
Experience and Skills:
Board Certification in field required
Surgical Skills preferred
Previous experience in a developing country's healthcare helpful
Some basic knowledge of tropical disease is helpful
Flexibility and adaptability is essential
Terms and Conditions
This is a self-funded volunteer position connected with Lutheran Global Health Volunteers. Volunteers receive basic overseas medical coverage (if requested), and reimbursement for costs associated with visa and work permits required for their period of service. The period of service is flexible with length of service generally between 1-3 months.
Logistical Information
Iambi and Bumbuli are on the national grid and electricity is usually fairly consistent. Current is 240v using the flat, three-pinned plug. There are local internet cafes, and several cell phone providers also have internet service. Local markets sell items such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, chicken, meat (cow, goat, sheep), rice, flour (corn and wheat), fresh eggs, drinking water, soft drinks, etc. Daily meals are available at the hospital.
General Qualifications for ELCA Global Personnel
Christian faith and a commitment to the mission of the church
Openness to various expressions of Christian faith and respect for people of other faiths
Respect for beliefs, values and customs of church and culture where assigned
Well-developed inter-personal skills demonstrating understanding and compassion
Demonstrated ability to carry out the responsibilities and the ability to adapt to different standards and practices
Ability to work within the framework of a local administration
Adaptable and flexible - sense of humor - good physical and emotional health
Live and serve in a way which reflects the vision and expectations of the ELCA
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Lutheran Global Health Volunteers
Locations:
Iambi Lutheran Hospital
Bumbuli Council District Hospital
Assignment Includes:
Work alongside Tanzanian counterparts to provide and enhance medical and surgical care of women, pregnant women, and women with complications from a problematic delivery.
Help administration determine and prioritize what equipment would be helpful to acquire in the future to address the changing need of the female population served
Serve as primary provider as well as teacher, mentor, coworker and student of local culture and practice.
Site Information
Iambi Lutheran Hospital is an 88-bed hospital located in a rural area in the Mkalama District, Singida Region of Tanzania - about 70 km (45 miles) from Singida and 400 km (250 miles) from Arusha. The most common activity is farming and livestock herding. The nearest government District hospital is 75 km away and Haydom Lutheran Hospital is about 40 km away (on a rough, dirt road). Iambi recently opened a school of nursing.
Bumbuli Hospital is 120-bed Council Designated Hospital situated on the Usambara Hills at an elevation of 4,200 ft. The hospital is a large, well maintained facility. The area served has a population of 170,000 - Bumbuli District. Most people are engaged in small scale farming for cash crops - also keeping small herds of animals. Others are employed in various institutions within Bumbuli District Council.
Experience and Skills:
Board Certification in field required
Surgical Skills preferred
Previous experience in a developing country's healthcare helpful
Some basic knowledge of tropical disease is helpful
Flexibility and adaptability is essential
Terms and Conditions
This is a self-funded volunteer position connected with Lutheran Global Health Volunteers. Volunteers receive basic overseas medical coverage (if requested), and reimbursement for costs associated with visa and work permits required for their period of service. The period of service is flexible with length of service generally between 1-3 months.
Logistical Information
Iambi and Bumbuli are on the national grid and electricity is usually fairly consistent. Current is 240v using the flat, three-pinned plug. There are local internet cafes, and several cell phone providers also have internet service. Local markets sell items such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, chicken, meat (cow, goat, sheep), rice, flour (corn and wheat), fresh eggs, drinking water, soft drinks, etc. Daily meals are available at the hospital.
General Qualifications for ELCA Global Personnel
Christian faith and a commitment to the mission of the church
Openness to various expressions of Christian faith and respect for people of other faiths
Respect for beliefs, values and customs of church and culture where assigned
Well-developed inter-personal skills demonstrating understanding and compassion
Demonstrated ability to carry out the responsibilities and the ability to adapt to different standards and practices
Ability to work within the framework of a local administration
Adaptable and flexible - sense of humor - good physical and emotional health
Live and serve in a way which reflects the vision and expectations of the ELCA
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