Program Background
The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of volunteers, organized locally to improve the health and safety of their communities. MRC volunteers include medical and non-medical professionals, as well as other community members.
MRC units engage volunteers at the local level, but can also be used to support regional and state-level partners to strengthen public health, improve emergency response capabilities, and build community resiliency. MRC units may respond to natural disasters as well as other emergencies affecting public health, such as disease outbreaks.
Allen County MRC Mission Statement:
The mission of the Allen County MRC is to establish a team of local volunteers who can contribute their skills and expertise when activated to respond to a public health emergency or anytime throughout the year during times of community need.
Allen County MRC Volunteer Expectations
Allen County MRC volunteers are expected to:
- Ensure your Profile is up to date at all times (contact information, medical license information, etc.).
- Undergo a background check upon registration to become an MRC Volunteer.
- Respond only when activated by Allen County Public Health (NO self-deployments are allowed).
- Comply with responsibilities for an assigned role.
- Support and supplement the work of other volunteers.
- Provide quality care and assistance to all people.
- Participate in activities/drills or training to further response capabilities.
- Complete training requirements provided by the MRC Unit Coordinator.
How do I become a Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) Member?
You are not required to have a medical background to volunteer with the MRC. All volunteers who meet the requirement criteria are welcome and encouraged to register. This is an unpaid Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer role.
Requirements to join:
- Volunteers must be 18 years or older and be a resident or resident student in Allen County
- Register through Ohio Responds – provide valid contact and medical license information and complete all required fields.
- Complete the Allen County MRC orientation online training course here.
