Medical Support In District Hospital
Coordinator | Tizia
Coordinator | Tizia
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Highlights
Experience the Tanzanian health care system up close
Learn creative solutions and skills from local clinic staff
Study about local diseases and their treatment
Learn how a district hospital with limited resources operates
Explore Tanzania by day trips, safaris or mountain climbs
Care for patients, assist with operations and learn how a big hospital in Tanzania, with limited, resources operates.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Groups
50+
The project
Hospitals and health care can be really different from what you experienced in your home country. Usually the access to health care depends on a person’s income, since insurance is not common. It can be really interesting for interns and volunteers to experience the clinical routine in a country like Tanzania since resources are limited. The Meru District Hospital is a large governmental hospital with a capacity of 110 in-house patients. In an average day, 200 patients are provided for. The hospital covers all areas of modern medical care. Among others there are pediatrics, HIV/Aids, malaria, tuberculosis clinic, eye and dental care, mental health and physiotherapy, maternity ward and over 1,000 operations are performed annually.
IMPORTANT
Previous experience is a requirement. In order to work here, you have to be a qualified nurse, a current Med student, or a graduated doctor of any specialization. Furthermore, you should be vaccinated against all major diseases when working in a hospital. Working here involves extra of 150USD per month for the use of the material / instruments and your incorporation and management. Furthermore, the hospital requires a donation in order to cover the costs, these donations are not included in the program fee.
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Typical day
Your work
You will be part of the daily ward rounds at 9am, when your day at the hospital begins. In agreement with the matron, you will decide which ward you will work in depending on your previous knowledge and interest. That means that your daily work load and work times depend on your specialization and on the demand of the hospital. A usual work day ends at 4pm, and you are requested to work five times a week from Monday to Friday. If you are interested, it’s possible to work on Saturdays, too. Under the guidance of the local doctors and care takers, you will take over various tasks, such as patient care, deliveries in the women’s ward, or assistance with operations. For all interns and volunteers from the hospital, an individual work plan can be discussed so that you know exactly which your tasks are and in which ward you will be active, so optimal care can be guaranteed.
You will be part of the daily ward rounds at 9am, when your day at the hospital begins. In agreement with the matron, you will decide which ward you will work in depending on your previous knowledge and interest. That means that your daily work load and work times depend on your specialization and on the demand of the hospital. A usual work day ends at 4pm, and you are requested to work five times a week from Monday to Friday. If you are interested, it’s possible to work on Saturdays, too. Under the guidance of the local doctors and care takers, you will take over various tasks, such as patient care, deliveries in the women’s ward, or assistance with operations. For all interns and volunteers from the hospital, an individual work plan can be discussed so that you know exactly which your tasks are and in which ward you will be active, so optimal care can be guaranteed.
Free-time activities
We offer a wide range of activities at affordable volunteer rates like:
1. Hiking/Walking tours to waterfalls, through forests and around a lake.
2. Swimming in paradise like hot springs with a glimpse of the Mt. Kilimanjaro.
3. Cultural tours to Maasai markets and the possibility to visit different ethnic groups.
4. Coffee plantation tour to learn about the process from the bean to the finished product.
5. Safaris to the national parks of the Northern Circuit (Arusha NP, Lake Manyara NP, Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Conservation Area).
6. Climbing Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro.
7. FREE town tour for all our volunteers!
Water Sports
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Safari/
Zoo
Zoo
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)
required
CV, Picture of the volunteer and police clearance certificate
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
At least need to be enrolled in med school or started your training as a nurse.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
All pre-arrival support, two airport transfers, orientation tour in Arusha, being taken to the project on the first day, 24/7 in-country-support, accommodation in a dorm, daily breakfast and dinner as well as a hospital fee for the use of the material / instruments and your incorporation and management.
The project requires an additional donation of 150 USD per month that supports various expenses of the hospital for the use of the material / instruments as well as for their integration and administration.
THIS DONATION IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE PROGRAM FEE.
In your program fee the pick up and drop off from/to the airport/bus station are included. One of our friendly staff members, will be at the airport/bus stand with our "Viva Tanzania"-Pick-up-sign, just in time when you plane or bus arrives. And after your volunteer experience - when it's time to say good bye - we will take you to the airport/bus stand for the farewell.
The volunteer house has dorms; each contains comfortable beds & shelves to store belongings, the maximum is four people in one room. As storage space is limited in the rooms please consider packing light, too. Accommodation in a single room is possible (extra charge).
The hostel is located 25 walking minutes from the city centre. Although the house is close to the busy town and is surrounded by a green environment. In the garden we have different fruits, like bananas and avocado. Our hostel dogs are part of the family and stay in the compound as well. The house is equipped with hot water showers and the possibility to use the kitchen through out the day.
Moreover we offer you the possibility to stay with a host family during your volunteering with us. The charges remain the same, but you will get the unique experience of sharing your daily live with and in a Tanzanian family. They will provide you with everything that's necessary. All family members speak English fluently and are very welcoming. As their new family member you will have your own lockable room, featured with a bed and access to the living room, kitchen, bathroom and the beautiful compound. If staying with a guest family, we will of course still provide our 24/7 in-country support by our staff members. For further information please let us know that you are interested in staying in a guest family within your application on Volunteer World.
Our cook will prepare fresh vegetables, fruits, pancakes and daily changing breakfast highlights. Tea, coffee, bread, margarine, honey, jam, peanut butter, as well as fruits and vegetables are additionally available. Dinner will be international as we cook Tanzanian as well as Western Food. Don‘t worry if you are vegetarian (like Tizia), vegan or have any allergy, we can cope with everything - just let us know. The hostel is also equipped with a fridge and shelves to store your own groceries.
Limited access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
The nearest airport is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Kilimanjaro. We assist you to find cheap flights to Tanzania.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Tanzania provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Tanzania you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Tanzania.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
You can start working at this project any day of the week that suits you.
On your first day we will do a town tour showing you Arusha, how to use the buses, where to find ATMs, exchange money and much more.
The next day one of our staff members will take you to your project showing you the way and making sure you are always safe.
On your first day we will do a town tour showing you Arusha, how to use the buses, where to find ATMs, exchange money and much more.
The next day one of our staff members will take you to your project showing you the way and making sure you are always safe.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
2 - 24 weeks
Program fees
2 weeks
(min. stay)
$471
3 weeks
$632
4 weeks
$955
5 weeks
$1,116
6 weeks
$1,277
8 weeks
$1,600
9 weeks
$1,761
12 weeks
$2,244
17 weeks
$3,050
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$4,340
Average fees
$208
/week
The organization charges its fees in EUR. The price table in USD is subject to currency fluctuation.
Viva Tanzania
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 Viva Tanzania during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Medical Support In District Hospital
Care for patients, assist with operations and learn how a big hospital in Tanzania, with limited, resources operates.
$168/week
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