Can you request/volunteer to be deployed, as a doctor?
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Anonymous asked a question to Tori C.
Category: Role Description
Date asked: Sunday, January 10, 2021
Last reviewed: Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Tori C.
Regimental Medical Officer
Hello,
On the whole, yes, it is possible to volunteer for deployments.
You cannot volunteer for all deployments, but if you do not have other commitments with your unit, and there is a deployment that currently does not have a doctor (of the correct level of qualification) then you could ask to go. Some deployments can be quite competitive, particularly when you are a GDMO.
I hope that answers your question.
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
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