Africa Medical Volunteer Work At A Hospital In Mombasa, Kenya

General Info

The hospital is always on the look out for people willing to give help and to offer their expertise. This hospital also gives volunteers the opportunity to work more hands on as there is not all the equipment there you might be used to. It also gives you an opportunity to show your knowledge and skills to the local doctors and nurses and compare which methods of treatment seem to be most effective.

Why The Need For Volunteers?
There is always a need for volunteers at this hospital. The hospital thrives on the experience of the volunteers and are constantly eager to learn new techniques and gain access to new procedures and medical equipment. They also maintain good links with funds and sponsors abroad which makes this an ideal hospital for volunteers to be situated at.

Volunteers Activities
This placement is suitable for volunteers who wish to develop their career in the medical profession. The placement is sure to provide numerous opportunities to work with patients. All activities at the centre are related to working with patients and supporting the doctors and nurses.

The Required Skills
Qualified nurses, doctors and medical students need apply. You must have at least some knowledge of the medical profession to be allowed to work with the patients. The more qualified you are the more work you will be able to do at the hospital.

Local Facilities
Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya and the largest coastal port in East Africa. It has most of the amenities you need including banks, post offices and supermarkets. There is a good transport network of minivans (Matatu’s) as they are locally known and plenty of taxis.

Trip Highlights
You are given the opportunity to make a real contribution and change lives of people in Mombasa.
Dive into the local culture and traditions and explore historic Mombasa and all of its tropical beaches.
This is your chance to discover the real Kenya!

Requirements:

Must be over 18 years of age & have a valid passport which must be valid for at least 6 months upon departure from your project country.