Since the crew members live and work together closely while they are on call, the ability of the applicant to get along with the rest of the crew will also be used as a criteria of acceptance. Scheduling is handled by calling in the times you want to volunteer. Sign-up for time is usually based on a first come basis. The apartment has a single bedroom with two queen sized bunk beds which easily sleep four individuals. Meals are your responsibility while on-call.
Most crew members bring their own food to prepare their meals in the Crew Apartment.
Some crew members opt to eat in the WMSC cafeteria, if it is open. While on-call, all other activities must come second. Actual experience with real patients is probably the most important and valuable aspect of this program. Proficiency Training - Keeping your skills up by participating in training runs is a necessity. Plan on doing at least one training run a day during your stay.