Medical assistant intern
Coordinator | Diego
Coordinator | Diego
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Highlights
Learn about the health system in Peru
Work with experienced doctors and nurses
Immerse yourself in the Peruvian culture
Meet other volunteers from around the world
Learn Spanish!
A way to support low income clinics in the Cusco region. Participants must have medical or health background
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
Rural clinics in Peru are always in need of extra hands to help assist doctors and nurses.
INLEX partners with various clinics around Cusco and the region to promote adequate
treatment to low income patients.
Volunteers in the medical program must be studying medicine ,be professionals in the
medical or health field or have a related proven background. Volunteers will be helping
doctors and nurses in clinics diagnose and treat patients.
The medical program is very broad , so volunteers can help in various areas like lab work, gynecology,
traumatology,pharmacy, preventive medicine, and more . Volunteers will be assigned to
an area where they are best qualified to assist in ; the possibility to rotate in various
departments is also an option.
Volunteers in the medical program must bring their own scrubs. Depending on the clinic
there might be a $25 weekly donation to the clinic to offset supplies used by the volunteer.
Typical day
Depending on your background , you will be assigned a clinic and someone to assist. Usual working hours are from 8 am -4pm Monday to Friday.
Free-time activities
Cusco is a great destination for outdoor lovers, serving as great starting point for hikes, mountain biking, climbing, multi-day trips and more.
The many activities are available year-round depending on weather conditions. Asides from outdoor adventures, Cusco offers a wide range of museums, restaurants, pubs, cafes and events. Cultural experiences are also widely available ,as Cusco is the center of the Andean Peruvian culture. Volunteers can join spiritual retreats , traditional textile weaving, pottery classes and more.
Cusco offers a vast amount of archeological Incan sites to explore, among them the crown jewel of Peru, the ruins of Machu Picchu.
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Riding
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak English (basic level)
or Spanish (basic level)
required
Medical, nutrition,nursing,etc at Medical student or health related level
CV, Copy of passport, Criminal background check, proof of travel health insurance and proof of health training.
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
from
08:00
- 16:00
What's Included
• Accommodations
with a host family with 2 meals per day for all programs
or dormitory with 3 meals per day in some projects.
•
Participation in cultural activities.
• On call support
throughout the service.
• Orientation to volunteer work
•
Welcome at Cusco airport with transport.
• Certificate of
program completion.
Volunteers are provided with airport pickup from Cuzco International airport on specified dates for free. Arrangements for the pickup are made after application .
Participants are placed in a welcoming Peruvian host family that provides them with a room, a place to store their belongings, a share bathroom , and two meals per day.
Participants are provided with two meals per day, unless otherwise specified on the project description.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cuzco. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Peru provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Peru you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Peru.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
Please pick a Sunday for your arrival date.
Our volunteer program advisors will help you choose the best Sunday upon application.
This program is paused due to COVID-19
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 24 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,161
5 weeks
$1,428
6 weeks
$1,607
7 weeks
$1,863
8 weeks
$2,036
9 weeks
$2,297
10 weeks
$2,445
11 weeks
$2,661
12 weeks
$2,876
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$3,973
Average fees
$228
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
Integrated Learning Experience
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with Integrated Learning Experience during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Medical assistant intern
A way to support low income clinics in the Cusco region. Participants must have medical or health background
$228/week
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