Jobs and Careers

TERM : 

Full Time; 40 hours per week; scheduled according to post needs.

JOB DESCRIPTION : 

The role of the Medical Assistant (MA) is to perform administrative and clinical duties in support of Peace Corps Medical Officers (PCMOs) and Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) in Armenia.

MA duties include but are not limited to:
- serving as chaperone for PCMO during medical examinations and procedures
- performing a variety of non-invasive routine technical and clinical services under the supervision of a PCMO, which may include clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, administering immunizations, performing laboratory tests, etc.
- assisting PCMOs in procurement of medical supplies,
- serving as health unit receptionist, screening phone calls & taking messages,
- scheduling and following up on medical appointments,
- distribution of medicine to PCVs,
- responsible for sterilization of equipment,
- other duties as assigned.
The MA works under the guidance of PCMOs and reports to the Peace Corps Country Director (CD) for administrative issues (unless CD authorizes PCMO supervision).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS : 

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Education: successful completion of a nursing school (technical/university degree), general medical school/university, medical assistant program, and a valid registered clinical license/diploma or applicable knowledge and experience obtained through on-the-job training or under the direct guidance of a provider (supporting documentation must be submitted).

Prior Work Experience: two years progressively responsible related experience with knowledge of administrative medical duties related to health services for applicants with university degree, or four years of working/clinical experience as a nurse with knowledge of administrative medical duties related to health services.

Language Proficiency: Level 3 or higher of English language proficiency and Level 5 Armenian language proficiency according to the Interagency Language Roundtable http://www.govtilr.org/ . Fluency is English, both oral and written, is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
- Ability to meet deadlines, meticulous work habits, attention to detail, and the highest level of integrity and honesty is required;
- Excellent customer service and organization skills, ability to work under pressure;
- Ability to work with staff in all units in a cooperative, team-oriented and collaborative manner;
- Upholding strict confidentiality in working with health documents and records;
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Power Point, and Excel);
- Ability and sensitivity to work with Volunteers of various cultural backgrounds.

Final offer will be contingent on ability to pass a US Embassy conducted background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Prior Work Experience: Working experience with foreigners, clerical or secretarial experience desirable.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES : 

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents must be in English.

1.Cover Letter that describes your qualifications and related experience
2.A current resume or curriculum vitae
3.The names and contact information (phone and email) of at least 3 references who are familiar with your work
4.Diplomas or degrees from a professional school, or a statement of qualifications from previous employer(s) describing on the job training and skills

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
E-mail: am-vacancy@peacecorps.gov. Please, mention in the subject line: Medical Assistant
Alternatively, candidates may drop off applications to a Contracting Officer at 33 Charents Street, Yerevan 0025, Armenia

The deadline is 21 January 2026, 5p.m., or until a suitable candidate is hired.

*Please contact Peace Corps in case you have not received the message below after submission of your electronic application.
“Thank you for your application to our opening at Peace Corps Armenia.
Your application has been successfully received.
Please note that only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.
Thank you.”

Please clearly mention in your application letter that you learned of this announcement through Career Center and mention the URL of its website - www.careercenter.am. Thanks.

REMUNERATION/ SALARY : 

12,064,366 AMD (Gross) annually, plus benefits

ADDITIONAL NOTES : 

- Applicants must be citizens of Armenia or have current, valid authorization to work in Armenia.
- Applicants must indicate whether they have served Peace Corps as a Trainee or Volunteer (including Response), or a Staff member (USDH, PSC, or FSN), and if so, to identify the position location, position type, title, and starting and ending date.
- Peace Corps Armenia reserves the right not to evaluate or to withhold an offer to an individual that has a history of poor past performance or conduct as a Peace Corps Trainee, Volunteer, or staff member.
- Peace Corps Armenia reserves the right to withhold an offer to an individual that is a relative or household member of a current Peace Corps staff member.
- Only those invited to an interview will be contacted.
- Individual will be required to follow any workplace health and/or safety rules indicated for their position – including complying with any medical and/or training requirements specified for their position in accordance with public health and/or occupational health or safety policies.

ABOUT : 

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Peace Corps Armenia provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
The awarding of this contract is contingent upon the availability of US funds. The US government reserves the right to cancel this vacancy announcement prior to awarding any contract.