Collaborations include upskilling and training, internship and job placement, among others
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Doctors Hospital Bahamas (DHBL) and the Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore opportunities for collaboration to their mutual benefit.
The MOU, valid for a period of five years initially, outlines a number of potential collaborations between the two organizations.
DHHS President and CEO Dr Charles Diggiss said: “At DHHS (Doctors Hospital Health System), we believe in the concept of upskilling, certification and continuing education.
“We look at this opportunity to partner and collaborate with BTVI as a way to both improve and upskill our associates and to provide internship opportunities for BTVI students and attachment and ‘observership’ opportunities to BTVI instructors.
“We see this as a mutually beneficial arrangement with the potential for a lasting impact on both parties.”
We see great value in our students and faculty having the ability to intern in a fast-paced and ever-evolving institution such as DHHS.
– BTVI President Dr Robert Robertson
BTVI President Dr Robert Robertson said: “We are excited to partner with DHHS in this endeavor. Doctors Hospital has a goal of being the best place to work in The Bahamas and we believe we can assist by providing opportunities for upskilling.
Dr Robert W Robertson.
“Likewise, we see great value in our students and faculty having the ability to intern in a fast-paced and ever-evolving institution such as DHHS.”
Some of the collaborations outlined in the MOU include upskilling and training for DHBL associates; development of a Facilities Management program and other allied health certification programs; a rebranded Technical Cadet program for Grand Bahama; internship and job placement opportunities for BTVI students and alumni; and attachments and “observerships” for BTVI instructors and staff.
Senior VP of Human Resources and IOL Aubynette Rolle said: “As DHHS expands its educational offerings through the launch of Doctors Hospital the Institute of Learning, we are looking for every opportunity to bolster the qualifications of our team of associates.”
