Ecuador Public Health Medical Placement

5 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeePublicHealth Full time US$35,000 - US$55,000
Medical Volunteer Opportunity in Ecuador

This unique experience allows motivated and enthusiastic individuals to gain hands-on skills in public health while immersed in the Amazon rainforest.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Placement in a healthcare facility, working alongside local medical professionals
  • Learn about the Ecuadorian healthcare system and practice medical skills
  • Support ongoing public health projects on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, disease prevention, sexual education, and more
  • Hands-on experience with traditional medicine, plant medicine, ethnobotany, agroforestry, indigenous rights, and more

Volunteers will live with host families, allowing them to form meaningful connections with locals during their time in the Amazon. Activities may include sports, clubs, teaching English, meeting fellow volunteers, weekend trips, swimming, rafting, and hiking.

What to Expect:
  • Wake up and have breakfast with host family
  • Head to work around 7:30/8am
  • Arrive at internship location (health center or public health organization)
  • Return home for an hour lunch break (or purchase food when in the field)
  • Re-enter workplace and complete daily activities
  • Return home around 4/5pm for dinner with host family


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