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Welcome to the Thurston County Medical Reserve Corps.
- The mission of the Thurston County Medical Reserve
Corps is to allow local
health professionals and others to voluntarily contribute their skills and
expertise to provide public health surge capacity.
Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a community-based
volunteer program that strengthens and expands the local
public health system's response during a health emergency or
disaster. Members include medical and non-medical
professionals who contribute their unique skills and
expertise to prepare for and respond to health emergencies.
The Thurston County MRC is one of over 800 nationally
recognized Medical Reserve Corps units.
Dr.
Diana Yu serves as the Medical Director of the Thurston
County MRC.
Thurston County MRC members have assisted in a range of
health emergencies that include response to local flooding
and
H1N1 influenza pandemic.Eligibility
Basic eligibility requirements for the Thurston County
MRC include:
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Be at least 18 years old
- Pass a criminal background check
- Have a valid driver's license and auto insurance
- Work well in stressful situations
- Have good customer service skills
- Work well in a team
See MRC Membership Requirements
for
more information.
We invite you
to join and expand the
public health surge capacity for the residents of Thurston
County.
MRC Calendar
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