Peace Corps, Office of Contracts, Rm. 6379, 1990 K St., NW, Washington, DC 20526

Q -- MEDICAL SERVICES Contact Andre Adams, 202/606-9509. The Peace Corps anticipates a need for qualified individuals (not organizations or companies) to serve as medical contractors in several countries of the former Soviet Union, Eastern European, African, Asian and Pacific areas. Personal Services Contracts in specific countries are contingent upon requests for Peace Corps assistance from those countries. Interested individuals should respond to this notice, as no further notice may be placed. The Peace Corps medical contractors are responsible for providing medical care for Peace Corps Trainees, Volunteers, and at some posts, U.S. Government employees, as well as the development of a comprehensive health care program. The following competencies are considered essential: good clinical skills; knowledge of endemic diseases and health hazards in developing countries; proven counseling ability, especially in a cross-cultural setting; and experience in health training/education. Posts have specific requirements for minimum certification as Registered Nurses or Nurse Practitioners/Physician's Assistants. Physicians may be given preference. Traveling within country will be required, and short-term travel to neighboring countries and the U.S. may be required. The contractor will be required to respond to medical emergencies on a twenty-four hour-a-day basis. Some personal hardship and lack of modern conveniences should be expected. The contracts generally will be for a minimum of two years, with two one-year options to extend. Housing and transportation will be provided. The successful candidates will need a security clearance. Interested individuals should send c.v. to the person listed above. (205)

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