Medical Team Lead

Medical Team Position at Camp Hoffman

Join our Medical team at Camp Hoffman this summer. On the Medical Team under the supervision of the Camp Director and technical direction of a licensed physician you will work to ensure the health and safety of every person in camp.

Schedule: July 1st to August 7th (Off July 3rd) Schedule can be flexible if needed. Can also be a residential position following an all-day camp schedule. ISet up & Staff Training: July 1st & 2nd from 8:30am to 4:00pm Camp (7/5/2026 through 8/7/2026): Sundays (optional but preferred)

Mondays to Thursdays

• 2pm to 10pm

Fridays (optional but preferred)

• B Shift: 10am to 5pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide healthcare as necessary for all people within the camp. Under the supervision of the Camp Director, and under the guidance of a licensed physician in accordance with federal, state, local, GSUSA, GSSNE, and ACA regulations and standards.
• Ensure every camper and staff member has a medical record on file.
• Assess all injuries and/or emergencies and treat as described in the standing orders.
• Provide, administer, log, store and return all medications to campers and as needed to staff
• Maintain constant and professional communication with caregivers regarding the healthcare and services provided to campers in a timely fashion.
• Log all medical care, medication distribution, and caregiver communications.
• Continually advise staff on camp wide health procedures & practices and as needed provide health/first aid advice according to procedures.
• Verify first aid and medical reports. Follow up on treatment given. Monitor staff first aid treatment throughout the season.
• Participate in all of and lead specific areas of staff training pertaining to camp health and safety, CPR, first aid, and use of universal precautions for infection control
• Responsible for the cleanliness, organization, care, maintenance, and inventory of the health center & medication storage.
• Responsible for communicating medical supply requisitions to Camp Director.
• Coordinate coverage of area with Camp Director/Administrative Team
• Prepare a summary and evaluation of the camp season including inventories, camper reports on health problems, and make recommendations for the following camp season.
• Responsible for completion and organization of health-related paperwork such as accident/incident reports that can be used for risk management purposes, insurance claim forms, health department records, and health forms in a timely fashion.
• Screen health forms prior to or within 12 hours of arriving campers and staff. Notify appropriate camp staff of any health concerns or needs.
• Establish and follow appropriate medical routines as outlined in the Health Manual including recordkeeping in the daily medical log, disposal of medical waste, managing and safeguarding medications, and utilizing approved standing orders.
• Fill, issue, check, and maintain all first aid kits
• Notify Camp Director of any safety or health concerns, especially those requiring consultation with physicians or families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years or older
• Current state license and ability to practice health care in Rhode Island. Registered Nurse or licensed prescriber
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have the visual, auditory, and physical ability to quickly identify and appropriately respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities and emergencies at camp, as well as generally uphold all safety standards.
• Previous experience with health-related paperwork such as accident/incident reports, insurance claim forms, health department records, and health forms preferred.
• Previous experience in Girl Scouts, camps, school nursing, public health, childcare, and/or education is desired but not required.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit (including on the floor) for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk/hike 3+ miles per day to include rough and uneven terrain
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in an emergency situation
• Ability to live in a rustic environment (preferred)
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly in an emergency situation.
• Live and work in an outdoor environment with exposure to heat, humidity, sun, rain, uneven terrain and other elements.

Benefits:

• Staff housing and laundry facilities for the duration of employment period (if overnight)
• Food during staff training days and when campers are on site.
• Paid pre-camp training and professional development
• Girl Scout Membership
• Opportunity to support the Girl Scout mission and make a positive impact on the community.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.