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Orthopedic Technician

Berehan Lehetsanate
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cost:
    Fee Required: $199
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Apoyo con el idioma y la integración cultural, Se ofrecerán créditos académicos
    Good For:
    Grupos públicos, Edad 55+, Voluntarios internacionales, Grupos Corporativos o Empresas Privadas
    Participation Requirements:
    Asistir a orientación
    Other Requirements:
    Homestay $35/day: Cozy stay + 3 homemade meals. Hotel $74/day: 3-star stay + 3 hot meals. Both include free airport pickup/drop-off, SIM with unlimited internet, and weekend tours. All-inclusive comfort with no hidden costs!
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Orthopedic Technician

    We are seeking a skilled Orthopedic Technician to join our team as a volunteer. The ideal volunteer will work in orthopedic center of Berhan Lehetsanat, including applying and removing casts, braces, and splints, maintaining orthopedic equipment, and educating beneficiaries on device usage.

    We are seeking a skilled Orthopedic Technician to join our team as a volunteer. The ideal volunteer will work in orthopedic center of Berhan Lehetsanat, including applying and removing casts, braces, and splints, maintaining orthopedic equipment, and educating beneficiaries on device usage.

    Location

    On-site

    Berhan Lehetsant is a local NGO operating in Ethiopia, Addis Ababa

    Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

    Apply to This Volunteer Opportunity

    Instructions:
    • Key Responsibilities:
    • capacitate the junior orthopedic technician of the organization
    • Apply, adjust, and remove orthopedic devices (casts, splints, braces)
    • Educate parents/ children with disabilities on orthopedic care and device maintenance
    • Maintain accurate records and documentation
    • Ensure orthopedic equipment is properly maintained and stocked
    • organize training for rehabilitation workers to further advance their knowledge

    Qualifications:

    • Certification or relevant training in orthopedic technology
    • Experience in a healthcare setting (preferred)
    • Strong attention to detail
    • interested to support children and youth with disabilities
    • Ability to work collaboratively in a medical team
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