Volunteering

Benefit of Volunteering

•  A chance to give back to your community

•  Gain healthcare experience and exposure

•  Build & expand your professional network of contacts

•  Preview the company’s culture and mission as a future employer

•  Learn & build new skills

•  You’ll be an “insider”

•  Take on a new challenge

•  Gain confidence & feel a real sense of achievement

•  Have fun!

General Skills You Must Have

•  A desire to help others

•  Outstanding customer service

•  Dependability

•  Enthusiasm and joy to serve others

•  Willingness to invest your time

•  Be empathetic and compassionate

•  Strong work ethic

•  Work as a team member

Types of Volunteer Opportunities

• Assist at the information desk

• Staff-specific waiting rooms

• Patient transport

• Gift shop 

• General administrative duties

• And more!

General Next Steps and Expectations for Most Organizations

• Choose a hospital, clinic, office, etc where you think you might like to work

• Go to the organization’s website and search for volunteer information

• Complete an application

• Expect to attend a possible interview either individually or as a group

• Possible background check

• Proof of vaccinations

• Understand the time commitment involved