
Soldier
Organisation:
Royal New Zealand Army
Date:
1999 - 2003 I served New Zealand as a medic for four years. Amongst other postings I was deployed to East Timor in 2002 where some of my duties were:-
First Aid Instructor
Battalion Group Health Force
- Taught theory and practical lessons
- Worked with other instructors to provide consistent training
Achievement: 100% Pass rate for all 16 students
Platoon Medic
Platoon 3 (based on the border with West Timor)
- Sole charge position with responsibility for the health of thirty infantrymen
- Diagnosed and treated common diseases and injuries
- Maintained preventative health measures such as chlorinating water, and fogging to reduce the mosquito population
Achievement: A complimentary mention in personal file by the Platoon Commander for work done.
