Medical Department

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The Medical Department (MD) is a civil department of the Foundation and one of the three main departments for new members. It is responsible for the health and well-being of Foundation Personnel, Class-Ds, and SCPs. The MD team is equipped with medical tools and is entrusted with the task of maintaining the welfare of the Foundation through a range of events. Due to the unique and dangerous nature of the Foundation, the MD faces interesting and unique challenges that require their attention.
* To join this department, apply for it in the application center as a SC-1.
== Medbay ==
The medbay is the center for Medical Department activities and is located in Site Phi. The entire building reflects MD's colors of turquoise and gray. The medbay is split into floors, each with a distinct purpose. The first floor has a spawning area, a waiting area, and checkup rooms. The second floor is more specialized with rooms for therapy, high command spawn, an MRI machine, and isolation rooms. 
==== Isolation Rooms ====
The isolation rooms, AKA "rubber rooms", are a series of three white padded rooms which is used to isolate people and determine any underlying mental condition on the second floor of medbay. As detailed in events, MD personnel are allowed to use them when the subject volunteers or they are deemed mentally unstable. These are very common to be joked about by other personnel. Isolation room restrictions:
* Only authorized members with psychological certification can use the isolation rooms.
* There can only be a maximum of two people in an isolation room simultaneously.
* As physicians, a maximum of 5 patients are allowed simultaneously in the largest isolation room.
* The host is not allowed inside the isolation room simultaneously with the patient.
* Escorts may interfere inside the isolation room if the situation requires it.
* SCPs are not allowed to be closed in an isolation room unless the SCP approves it and it’s an activity that requires the SCP in the rooms.
* Unauthorized personnel may not use the isolation rooms nor enter them without a valid reason unless given permission from a Board of Medicine+.
== Rank Structure ==
As with any department, you require a clear and effective chain of command to get things done efficiently. The higher up the ladder you climb the more power and tasks you get. Everyone must follow the chain of command and listen to higher ranks. The bulleted lists are the promotional requirements and extra information. 
=== Medical Student [Entry-Rank] - Cap N/A ===
Medical Students (MS) are the entry-level rank of the Medical Department and have to prove their abilities and learn about the department before ranking up.
* This is the base rank that you will be granted upon acceptance into the department. Upon receiving this rank, you will have 2 weeks to complete the requirements for Nurse before being exiled.
* You are required to attend a Medical Student Orientation before going on-site.
=== Nurse [Low Rank] - Cap N/A ===
Nurses (N) are the most populous rank with a decent amount of available activities and powers. You have proven your worth and have no quotas.
* Complete the Basic Medical Certification.
* Attend a Medical Student to Nurse Assessment.
* Achieve Security Class 1.
* Be in the department for 3 days.
=== Practitioner [Low Rank] - Cap N/A ===
Practitioners (PT) are similar to Nurses but have shown more dedication and prowess within the department. They have gone through extra challenges are are rewarded with more responsibilities. 
* Complete the Psychology Certification.
* Attend a Nurse to Practitioner Assessment.
=== Physician [Junior Command] - Cap 40 ===
Physicians (PH) are highly active and skilled members of the department. They have shown true loyalty and commitment enough to be hand-selected from the ranks of Practitioners. Physicians have extended duties and can host Medical Student Orientations. They do not have authority over lower ranks. 
* Complete the SCP Certification.
* Complete the Advanced Events Certification.
* Has been given an endorsement from a Board of Medicine+.
** Endorsements are simply given out on merit. Criteria for receiving one is restricted to Specialist+ and you should not expect to receive one.
* Achieve Security Class 2.
* Attend a Practitioner to Physician Assessment.
=== Specialist [Medium Command] - Cap 12 ===
Specialists (S) are extremely active and trustworthy individuals who have proven themselves and risen to the ranks to become a Specialist. They were hand-selected as a Physician and now have the large responsibility of reviewing logs, hosting events, and dealing with internal punishments. 
* Hand-selected by department high command based on multiple criteria such as hard work, diligence, etc. This is a medium-command rank.
* Has co-hosted at least 5+ events under a Board of Medicine or Specialist.
=== Medical Board [High Command] - Cap 5 ===
The Medical Board (MB) are people with outstanding excellence and efficiency, so much so that the Medical Director hand-picked them to gain the coveted high command or SC-3 rank. They manage and take part in large department changes and make sure the department is running smoothly. 
* Hand-selected by the Medical Director to form the high command of the Medical Department based on multiple criteria such as hard work, diligence, etc. This is a high-command rank and as such also confers Security Class 3.
=== Medical Director [Central Command] - Cap 2 ===
Medical Director (MD) are the complete head of the department. They control nearly everything in regards in the department and are mainly responsible for the quality of the command team. 
* Hand-selected by the O5 Council to lead and manage the entire department. This is the highest rank in the Medical Department and confers Security Class 4. Users who are selected for this position are highly trusted, recognized, and experienced members of the community. 
=== Department Overseer ===
The Department Overseer is a member of the O5 council in charge of overseeing the department. They make sure the department's high and central command teams are working properly.
* Handpicked by the O5 council, confers the SC-5 rank.
== Command History ==
== Specializations ==
=== Psychology Specialization ===
The Psychology Specialization serves as the Medical Department’s main source of psychological expertise in both diagnosis and treatment of the various threats to both personnel and anomaly psyche. Due to the abnormal nature and conditions within the Foundation the field of work is very varied, with many unusual and unique cases. This document holds all relevant details regarding the Psychology Specialization. Beside the unique activities, Psychology Specialized personnel will not be granted any special treatment and are subject to the same regulations that apply to any other Medical Department personnel. This is not a subdivision, it merely allows you to focus on and progress in the field of psychology rather than base medicine or anomaly care. 
=== SCP Specialization ===
The SCP Specialization serves as the Medical Department’s main source of anomaly care expertise in both diagnosis and treatment of the various health conditions of anomalies. This document holds all relevant details regarding the SCP Specialization. Beside the unique activities, SCP Specialized personnel will not be granted any special treatment and are subject to the same regulations that apply to any other Medical Department personnel. The Specialization is not a subdivision, it merely allows personnel to focus on and progress in the field of anomaly care rather than general medicine or psychology. 
== Subdivisions==
=== Emergency Medical Services ===
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a subdivison consisting of skilled paramedics who are effectively capable of dealing with a plethora of unorthodox situations. Because of this, they have various different tools and advantages at their disposal.
EMS recruits members though applications then a subdivisional training program.
=== Record Evaluation Office ===
The Record Evaluation Office (REO) is responsible for auditing every record submitted by members in the department with diligence and punctiliousness. Physicians are eligible for a spot within this office. Recruitment procedures often involve handpicks or applications. REO is a Discord-only subidivison.
=== Human Resources ===
Human Resources (HR) is responsible for upholding Medical Department standards both off- and on-site. Those who hold a seat in this office may effectively prosecute malefactors. Because of this, members of this office are obliged to posses various different qualities, such as the ability to make judgements without fear or favor. HR is a Discord-only subdivision.
== Important Links ==
*[SCPF - Medical Department Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > Psychology Specialisation Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > SCP Specialisation Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > Hostile Events Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > Human Resources Handbook]
===Old documents===
*[SCPF - Medical Department Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > SCP Specialization Handbook]
*[SCPF - MD > Psychology Specialization Handbook]
*[SCPF - Medical Department Handbook Supplement #1 - Credit System]
*[SCPF - Medical Department Registry]
*[ScD/MD] Testing Restrictions Sheet
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