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  • Good Health And Well-Being

Contribute to the Healthcare of the Underserved

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2 - 24 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Opportunity to work in a local clinic/hospital in Phnom Penh
  • Work under professionals and contribute to the healthcare of the underserved in the Cambodian community
  • Work responsibilities will include suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, shadowing doctors on critical surgeries and operations.

Highlights

  • Opportunity to work in a local clinic/hospital in Phnom Penh
  • Work under professionals and contribute to the healthcare of the underserved in the Cambodian community
  • Work responsibilities will include suturing wounds, giving vaccinations, shadowing doctors on critical surgeries and operations.
  • Be actively involved in the daily procedures of the hospital, taking rounds of the wards, maintaining files, and doing routine patient checkups like measure Blood pressure, check fever etc.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Be a part of the Medical Volunteering Project in Cambodia, specially designed for medical students or practitioners who are looking for some international work exposure

    Be a part of the Medical Volunteering Project in Cambodia which has been specially designed for medical students or practitioners who are looking for some international work exposure with the aim to learn more about the healthcare scenario in Third World Countries.

    Volunteers under this project will ...

    About the program

    Be a part of the Medical Volunteering Project in Cambodia which has been specially designed for medical students or practitioners who are looking for some international work exposure with the aim to learn more about the healthcare scenario in Third World Countries.

    Volunteers under this project will be placed at local city hospitals and clinics in Phnom Penh, where professional doctors and nurses will be guiding you at every step. Volunteers usually shadow the doctors, and tasks are assigned to them as per their abilities.

    This program is perfectly suitable for 3rd and final year medical as well as nursing students, and, also, the professionals with decent experience in the medical field. This would be a valuable learning journey while serving society. And not just that, volunteers will also get to observe the Cambodian life closely and know more about the culture and lifestyle of the people.

    Note: Volunteers joining the Medical Project in Cambodia will have to devote a minimum of 2 weeks for the program. 

    Typical day

    Sunday - Arrival at the destination (Phnom Penh)
    Monday - Orientation + welcome Dinner.
    An orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering the major topics such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestions for things to do in Cambodia.

    Tue

    Typical day

    Sunday - Arrival at the destination (Phnom Penh)
    Monday - Orientation + welcome Dinner.
    An orientation session will be conducted by the local coordinator, covering the major topics such as safety, culture, language, places to visit, behavior, food, and other suggestions for things to do in Cambodia.

    Tuesday - A fully guided city tour of Phnom Penh covering some of the best spots.

    Wed to Fri - Volunteer work.

    Weekends - Explore the city / Head out to discover Siem Reap.

    Breakfast - 06:30 am onwards.
    Working hours at the placement - 09:30 am to 11:00 pm and 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm.

    Lunch - volunteers get two hours to break in between work hours. You can either choose to return to the accommodation for lunch or you can carry packed lunch to the placement.

    Dinner - 07:00 pm onwards.

    The same work schedule continues from the second week onwards (Monday - Friday).

    Note: Please note, the schedule may vary depending on the particular project the volunteer is participating on.

    Free-time activities

    Phnom Penh has a lot to offer and you will always find something of interest to do and see during your free time. There are a lot of temples, museums, and historic sites to visit such as Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, Royal Palace, National Museum and Wat Phnom. You can also join the local Khmer ...

    Free-time activities

    Phnom Penh has a lot to offer and you will always find something of interest to do and see during your free time. There are a lot of temples, museums, and historic sites to visit such as Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, Royal Palace, National Museum and Wat Phnom. You can also join the local Khmer cuisine cooking classes if that interests you!  You will have longer free time available on the weekends where you can visit the nearby beaches and the zoo. 

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    Medical and Nursing students can apply for this program. Participants joining the Medical program need to provide additional documents such as Resume/CV, Passport copy etc, details of which will be provided. Participants must be physically fit and in good health at the time of joining the program. Participants should have no criminal convictions and should provide a clean criminal background check before joining the project.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • 24 hrs Assistance and support from staff
    • Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information
    • Pick up from the airport
    • Orientation and Welcome Dinner
    • Food 
    • Accommodation in a volunteer house, host family or guesthouse
    • Travel & Medical Insurance (Available at an extra cost)
    • Certificate Of Completion (Upon Request)

    Airport Pickup at Phnom Penh International Airport

    Volunteers are picked up from the Phnom Penh International Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Cambodia will be picked up from the bus station or at a meeting point decided beforehand. 

    Accommodation

    Volunteers are provided with an option to live with a host family or in a volunteer house. You can let us know about your preference and requirements in the application form and we will try our best to accommodate your needs.

    Food & Beverages

    Three meals per day are provided to the volunteers. Lunch and dinner will be rice, a bowl of soup, fried meat (chicken, beef. pork or fish) and a lot of vegetables. Breakfast usually comprises of Tea, Bread, Coffee, Jam and fruits. Cambodian food is light and healthy and is not very spicy and hot. Cambodian cuisine is a fusion of cuisines from other countries in South East Asia such as Vietnam and Thailand.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) in Phnom Penh. We assist you to find cheap flights to Cambodia. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Cambodia provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Cambodia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Cambodia. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Participants need to arrive on the following dates :
    2026

    • Jan - 05,19
    • Feb - 02,16
    • March - 02,16 
    • April - 06,20
    • May - 04,18
    • June - 01,15
    • July - 06,20
    • Aug - 03,17,31
    • Sept - 14
    • Oct - 05,19
    • Nov - 02,16,30
    • Dec - 14


    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $461 per week 2 - 24 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 24 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

    You don't have to pay anything yet
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    Location

    Asia > South East Asia > Cambodia > Phnom Penh

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