What is the Medical Reserve Corps?
The Medical Reserve Corps was created to enhance the medical response capacity in central New Mexico
and the greater Albuquerque area during a public health emergency. Additional MRC activities could
include community health education, childhood immunization campaigns, influenza shot clinics and support
to existing local public service. The goal of the MRC is to bring together the knowledge and skills of
people from various backgrounds to address the public health needs of the community.
Who is eligible to volunteer for the MRC?
The MRC welcomes volunteers from medical and non-medical backgrounds. Your interest, expertise and licensure
or certification will help determine the role you may be asked to fill within the MRC.
What should I expect, after I register?
We will contact you after your information has been received to discuss your interests in the MRC and
volunteer opportunities.
Do volunteers receive any compensation?
No monetary compensation will be given to volunteers.
You will be volunteering to help your community in times of need.
What are the benefits of volunteering for the MRC?
· Experience working in the medical/public health fields
· Free CPR and first aid training
· Information on the latest emergency preparedness educational and training opportunities
· Opportunities through continuing education to become better prepared to handle large-scale health crises
· Personal satisfaction from knowing that you are helping our community by addressing emergency and non-emergency public health needs
Center for Disaster Medicine
MSC10 5560
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Phone: (505) 272-6240
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