Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)
Closing date: 31 Oct 2017
Position Available: Biomedical Technician
Institution:Lao Friends Hospital for Children
Location: Luang Prabang, Lao PDR
Date posted: December, 2015
Friends Without A Border (Friends) is a New York based non-profit organization whose latest project is the Lao Friends Hospital for Children (LFHC) in Luang Prabang, Lao PDR, which is a pediatric hospital newly opened in February 2015, partnering with the Luang Prabang Provincial Hospital (LPPH).
We have needs for volunteer technicians throughout the year and accept application on a rolling basis.
Position Summary
The Biomedical Technician’s functions include:
- Updating the set of policies and procedures for equipment usage, inventory and maintenance including schedules and checklists
- Conduct required servicing of equipment
- Training of medical staff to understand how their good usage practices can also contribute to the longevity of a machine’s life
Skills/Experience
- Degree in biomedical engineering
- At least two years' experience as a biomedical technician
- Experience in development of policies and procedures or the updating thereof
- Experience in a low resource setting environment desirable
Salary and Benefits
This is a volunteer position with a preferred 2 week commitment (ideally 4 weeks) at a time.
How to apply:
Application
Please email a cover letter, resume and three references from past employers to admin@fwablaos.org