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MEDLIFE is a non-profit organization that partners with low-income communities in Latin America and Africa to improve their access to medicine, education, and community development projects. Our mission is to build a worldwide Movement empowering the poor in their fight for equal access to healthcare, education, and a safe home. Our vision is a world free from the constraints of poverty. MEDLIFE works with students from around the world in order to broaden their perspectives and better equip them to advocate for social justice.
Our ideal Freelance Dentistry Professional
We’re looking for a passionate advocate who has an immediate connection to our mission and vision. We need storytellers that can elevate the voice of community members in developing countries. We need community organizers, who will rally groups together to fight for our cause, make positive connections, and build relationships with ease. We need problem solvers that can turn challenges into growth opportunities. A doctor with a passion for social impact and who identifies with our organization’s purpose. Able to multitask in a fast paced environment. If you want to make the world a better place, we need you.
About the role
We’re looking for a new talent to work hand in hand with volunteers, staff, and communities, and provide teeth care services to low-income patients at MEDLIFE Mobile Clinics in vulnerable communities in Lima. By achieving that, you will contribute to one of MEDLIFE core focuses by providing access to quality health to low-income patients.
What will your day-to-day look like at MEDLIFE?
- Provide outpatient dental consultancy to patients in mobile medical campaigns (in vulnerable communities in Lima) to be carried out 3 times a week or as required.
- Conduct dental treatment and extractions to patients in our mobile clinics.
- Issue the pertinent medical prescriptions according to the patient's diagnosis.
- Interact with the volunteers in the questions they may have.
- Complete and present the report of patients attended following the internal guidelines of the organization.
What will you bring?
- University Degree in Dentistry accredited by the institution of Dentistry in Peru.
- 2+ years of work experience as a graduated Dentist.
- Advanced-level English skills required.
- Must have a valid license (colegiatura) to work as a Dentist in Peru.
- Work experience in the field caring for patients in rural communities.
- Be a professional committed to social development.
- Knowledge of local agencies, community programs, and services.
- Live in Lima, Peru.
How to apply
Take the first step towards joining the MEDLIFE Movement by clicking the apply button and completing the application form. We look forward to receiving your application!
Please note: We are grateful to all interested candidates, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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Spanish - Native
English - Advanced
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