AV Fistula: Training & Fistula Surgeries - Volunteer Application (September 2026)

VOLUNTEER APPLICATION

International Village Service Trip: Training & AV Fistula Surgeries (September 2026)

Guatemala City & Villa Nueva, Guatemala

Our team is recruiting volunteers for a Training & AV Fistula Surgical project taking place September 6-13, 2026. We are seeking vascular surgeons, anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and RNs (Spanish a plus) to provide patient care and help training local clinicians. Volunteers will support surgery, patient care, and education to improve access to dialysis for underserved patients while strengthening long-term capacity.
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Supervisor Name and Title*
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Do you speak or read another language other than English? **

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If yes, which language other than English do you speak or read?
What is your level of fluency speaking?

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What is your level of fluency reading?

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Is there another language you speak or read?
What is your level of fluency speaking?

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Do you have a current passport ?*

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If yes, what country was it issued?
If yes, what is the expiration date of your passport?

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If no, I agree to obtain a Passport and/or Visa prior to the mission

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Do you have documentation for having received a yellow fever vaccination in your lifetime?

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Have you ever participated in a Bridge of Life medical mission before?*

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If yes, describe the type of work, medical mission, location and responsibilities.
Have you ever traveled to or volunteered in a country outside of the U.S. before?*

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If yes, describe the type of work/volunteer opportunity, location and responsibilities.
Why are you applying to volunteer for a Bridge of Life international project?
What would you bring to your position that would benefit Bridge of Life (program, partners, patients)?
Do you have experience as a trainer/proctor?

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How comfortable are you in a training/proctor position?

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Please describe your training experience (including # of people precepted, when, etc.)
All applicants, please answer the following questions.
I am currently a full-time teammate and have been employed by DaVita for at least 6 months*

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I have accrued PTO (40 hours) and am willing to contribute some of those days in exchange for the ability to participate in the program.*

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I agree to fundraise $1000 to $2,000 to participate in the mission (required amount varies depending on length of mission)*

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I understand that living & working conditions in other countries are much different than those in the U.S., and I am comfortable with those differences*

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I release Bridge of Life from any and all liability related to my participation in this program*

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I understand my hours of work will be scheduled upon arrival and may be changed daily to meet the needs of the mission*

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Guatemala City & Villa Nueva, Guatemala

All applicants, please answer the following questions.