Volunteer Opportunity
Volunteer Interpreter - Frontline Medics - Medical Relief Mission (Ukraine) - 5 weeks minimum
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Do you have a passion for helping others and a talent for languages?
About Us:
Frontline Medics is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to Ukranian civilians and military personnel. We deliver critical care to injured Ukranians in a demanding combat environment.
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated volunteer interpreter to join our team in Ukraine for a minimum commitment of 5 weeks. As a vital member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring clear communication.
Responsibilities:
- Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during patient consultations, medical procedures, and briefings.
- Liaise with patients and families to gather medical history, explain treatment plans, and answer questions.
- Assist medical staff with cultural sensitivity and navigate any communication barriers.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to medical ethics.
- Driving and handling logistics.
Qualifications:
- Native or near-native fluency in English and Ukrainian.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong cultural sensitivity and ability to build rapport with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in challenging environments.
- Flexibility and adaptability are essential.
- Experience in a medical setting is a plus (but not required).
- Proficiency in additional languages (Polish, Russian) is a bonus.
- Ability to drive an automatic is required. Ability to drive a manual is preferred.
We Offer:
- A unique and rewarding volunteer experience, directly contributing to humanitarian aid efforts.
- Shared housing and some meals provided.
- Opportunity to work alongside dedicated medical professionals.
- The chance to make a real difference in the lives of Ukrainians in need.
Interested in applying? Please fill out our volunteer application here: https://forms.gle/rZJPDTMStBNL8emZ8
We look forward to hearing from you. Please email us at volunteer@frontlinemedics.org if you have any questions!
For more information about Frontline Medics, please check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/frontline_medics/.
Do you have a passion for helping others and a talent for languages?
About Us:
Frontline Medics is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing medical assistance to Ukranian civilians and military personnel. We deliver critical care to injured Ukranians in a demanding combat environment.
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated volunteer interpreter to join our team in Ukraine for a minimum commitment of 5 weeks. As a vital member of our team, you will play a critical role in ensuring clear communication.
Responsibilities:
- Provide consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during patient consultations, medical procedures, and briefings.
- Liaise with patients and families to gather medical history, explain treatment plans, and answer questions.
- Assist medical staff with cultural sensitivity and navigate any communication barriers.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to medical ethics.
- Driving and handling…
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