more chance of reanimating this scalpel than mending a broken nervous system

[driftsintobuffetline]

[[Please see this post about what this job/plot entails before volunteering.]]

 

[The video display comes on to show the two thirty-something men sitting side by side on the couch, talking to each other. The shorter of the two men (Newt) is trying to straighten out or balance the phone/camera while his attention is on the taller (Hermann). Behind them is a slate black wall with chalk scribbles: a cutely terrifying Kaiju has destroyed a city of skyscrapers and is threatening a memo about providing a write up for an article along with a few formulaic equations.]

We want to make sure it’s some type of licensed professional, not someone you just-

Hermann, we'll ask them for a resume or something. You can conduct interviews, okay, whatever puts your mind at ease--just let me start this.

[Hermann huffs, grumbling still fully audible as he shoots Newton a look] You’re fortunate I’m even agreeing to this in the first place.

[Newt raises his hands, one coming away from the phone, in a open-handed gesture of surrender? defense? acquiescence?]

You know, as much as I'd like rehash this argument for the billionth time, Hermann, we're on. So, do you want to tell them what we're doing, or should I?

[Cue long-suffering sigh as Hermann eyes the camera with even less favor]

We're looking for a medical professional to hire on a contractual basis. A few hours of work every week for perhaps a few months. The details of which we'd prefer to discuss privately. I understand there are several here with healing abilities, but we're looking for a few specific skills and some form of legitimacy. As such, we'll be screening candidates on a case by case basis.

[In a not very hushed tone to Hermann] I know you're trying to be secretive, but you're gonna have to be a little specific. Medical professional is a pretty broad category.

You're the biologist Newton, and this is your 'project'. I expect you know better than I do what precisely you're going to need.

You’re the one who wanted a ‘medical professional’ on board. This is therefore your part of the project.

Yes, because you need one. [The way he emphasizes it hints at countless arguments along that vein alone. Next to him, Newt flops back into the sofa, slumped, arms crossed over his chest and glaring at Hermann, the epitome of 'moody teenager,' very much 'I'm here under protest.' But back to the camera]

Extensive knowledge of human anatomy, surgical experience, familiarity with radiology preferable.. Official certification or a list of references should suffice.

Really, we just need someone willing to hand Hermann a barf bag. Maybe hold his hand a little.

[Oh yes, the sourest of glowering]

Forgive me if I do not share your fascination with biology, but if I left you to your own devices, you'd be attempting this on your own with absolutely no fail-safes again.

[Newt purses his lips and looks a little guilty. After a second, he sits up, and the way his expression and voice soften at Hermann, maybe he's forgotten they have an audience.] It's not-- It won't be like that, okay? [Clears throat, and there he is, that grating voice is back.] I mean, you're totally NOT leaving me to my own devices. You're butting in all over.

[The set of Hermann's shoulders relax a little, but his expression doesn't really change]

Of course not. [Right, camera]..Inquiries will be responded to through private channels, if that's all?

[Last chance to speak up Newton] Nah, it’s your project, man. [Though he says it with a smile. It’s definitely different than the semi-accusation of before.]

[That's definitely not a twitch of a smile in return. Just more grumbling as Hermann reaches out to switch the feed off]

An on-going project: ensuring some level of responsibility-

Comments

video;

[brushoff]

Might want to phrase those qualifications better. I've got 'extensive knowledge of human anatomy' but not in the way you're probably thinking.

[ extensive knowledge of 'hey, it really hurts when you die via electrocution!' ]

video;

[mathemagier]

We've made it clear we're looking for medical assistance.

video;

[brushoff]

Glasses seems to think it's a bit more than that. Medical assistance with a strong stomach, perhaps?

video;

[mathemagier]

Preferably.

video;

[flowerette]

[ You boys had her at 'secretive.' ]

I might be able to provide assistance. I have medical experience. And a facility in which to conduct your project if you require vital monitoring, anesthetic distribution, and a sterile environment.

private video;

[mathemagier]

[Oh man a facility]

What sort of medical experience?

private video;

[flowerette]

I worked for an organization back home that dealt with powered individuals. My tasks would include ensuring their stability as often times the chemicals to which they were exposed left their bodies in a state of imbalance. I consider myself more of a scientist than a medical professional, but the two became blurred when it came to keeping these individuals alive. I've dressed wounds, monitored vitals, and have partaken in surgical procedures.

At the moment, I work at the imPort cellular research center in De Chima -- if you and your friend would like to have a tour of the facilities.

private video;

[driftsintobuffetline]

[Peers in over Hermann's shoulder.]

I kind of imagined doing this in the privacy of...home, but sure, yeah, would be willing to tour a facility.

What was the purpose of this organization you worked for, though? Like, what did they want with these powered individuals? [Small smack to Hermann's shoulder.] Herm, you're not asking the important shit, come on. Step up, man. Don't go all googly eyed about some new lab facility.

[Audio]

[hands4healing]

I have some surgical training - my grandmother is a surgeon back home and I was her assistant. And I'm a healer here...

[Private, Audio]

[driftsintobuffetline]

You're ...the prosthetics girl from Starktech, right? I remember something like that, anyway. You said you did your stuff without anesthesia, right?

[Private, Audio]

[hands4healing]

Mmm, because of the nerve attachments but that was only for installations of ports. I've helped with anesthetics before.

[Private, Audio]

[driftsintobuffetline]

But, I mean, what do you do when patients react to the pain? Do you tie them down?

private. audio.

[blahnik]

Are you two okay?

private. audio.

[driftsintobuffetline]

What? No, we're fine. We're all fine here.

How're you?

private audio

[mathemagier]

[Nods in rare agreement with Newton]

Nothing's happened, Ms. Dearing. Apologies for concerning you.

private audio

[driftsintobuffetline]

[Whispered] Psst. Dude, it's audio. She can't see that nod.

that forever.

[blahnik]

I'm glad to hear it, but I'm still a little concerned. Those are some very specific needs.

text; comm tag is "Hiro"

[microbrobotics]

ummmmmm

what are you doing

text;

[driftsintobuffetline]

What? We're just making a video post. I know. Gasp! Hermann doesn't just appear in text!

[microbrobotics]

not what i meant nerdton. what are you doing asking for a medic

[driftsintobuffetline]

medical things, hirobot. What else do you need a medic for?

Video

[redplainsrider]

Mentionin' folks with healin' abilities and askin' fer doctors what are good fer cuttin' up things is a mite worryin', fellas.

[Especially considering she's one of those that heals quickly.]

Video

[driftsintobuffetline]

Pfft! What, no! It's nothing! Don't worry!

By the way, which dress did you go with?

[redplainsrider]

[That change of subject gives her whiplash.]

Wh--Pardon?

[driftsintobuffetline]

[score! That doesn't always work for him]

When we last spoke, you were picking out clothes and having a hell of a time because of your colorblindness. So what one did you go with?