July 14, 2011
For Immediate Release
Contact: Cathy Benson, 407-876-6699
Shepherd’s Hope Kicks Off Physician Recruitment Month
Non-Profit Recruiting Medical Professionals for Clinics Serving the Uninsured
Orlando — Shepherd’s Hope today announced its Physician Recruitment Campaign, with the goal of adding 10 new physicians to its volunteer roster during the month of July. The all-volunteer, faith-based organization that provides access to health care for the uninsured in Central Florida is in need of additional medical personnel to assist the growing number of residents without health insurance.
“Without the support of our volunteer doctors, nurses and other medical professionals, we simply would not be able to provide these critical services to our neighbors who need it most,” said Shepherd’s Hope President Cathy Benson. “We are hopeful this targeted recruitment campaign will result in welcoming new heroes to our dedicated team of medical volunteers.”
Shepherd’s Hope is seeking referrals of Licensed Healthcare Professionals (doctors, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and other Licensed Healthcare Providers) who are currently licensed to practice in Florida. These individuals work in a team with other healthcare professionals to provide basic, non-emergency medical care and are provided with sovereign immunity protection through the State of Florida Volunteers in Healthcare Program.
Those interested in applying can visit www.shepherdshope.org to download the Licensed Healthcare Provider Volunteer Application.
Once an approved application has been received, the referral name will be entered for a chance to win two tickets to the celebrated Shepherd’s Hope Famous Faces Masquerade Ball on Saturday, October 22 at Loews Royal Pacific Resort. The winner will be announced on August 5.
In 2010, more than 2,500 Shepherd’s Hope volunteers provided healthcare services to 17,500 patients in Orange, Seminole and surrounding counties. Through the combined efforts of volunteer health care professionals, schools, hospitals, and faith congregations, Shepherd's Hope operates nine health centers that provide quality, non-emergency medical care to those in need. Currently there are more than 250,000 Central Floridians without health insurance.
For more information on Shepherd’s Hope, please visit www.ShepherdsHope.org
