The Adult Volunteers at Deaconess Medical Center play a very important role at our hospital, and their time and talents are greatly appreciated. Our volunteers enable the hospital to provide better service and contribute to the comfort and well-being of our patients and visitors.
A Deaconess Medical Center Adult Volunteer is a service-minded person, giving time without pay to supplement the efforts of the hospital staff. Their purpose is to promote and advance the Mission, Vision, and Values statements of the organization and support the well-being and happiness of the patients and families in the Medical Center. This purpose is accomplished through:
- Service given to the Medical Center, patients and staff
- Donated funds from the Gift Shop used for scholarships given to local high school seniors planning to pursue a career in a healthcare-related field.
- A good public relations program, which informs the community of the Medical Center’s outstanding services.
Application/Interview
Potential volunteers are considered based on their application, references, screenings, and a formal interview with Volunteer Services. Applications must include:
- 2 references (references from family members not accepted)
- Documentation of immunity to MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella/Rubeola)
- Documentation of immunity to Chicken Pox (Varicella)
If documentation of the above immunization requirements are unavailable, a blood draw verifying immunity will be necessary (see “Requirements” below).
Requirements
Adult Volunteers are 18 and older, not currently enrolled in school. After the initial interview with Volunteer Services, final acceptance into the Adult Volunteer program will be based on a national criminal background check performed by Volunteer Services at no cost to the applicant. In addition, all applicants accepted into the program undergo a mandatory health screening, done on-site at no cost to the volunteer. The health screening includes:
- Verification of MMR immunity (history of disease or vaccination record)
- Verification of Chicken Pox immunity (history of disease or vaccination record)
- Tuberculosis (TB) testing
- Drug Screening
- Vision/Hearing Screening
Adult Volunteers are required to volunteer a minimum of 4 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months. All volunteers must attend a mandatory safety/program orientation and department-specific training prior to volunteering. Department placement is based on current availability.
How To Become a Deaconess Medical Center Adult Volunteer
Go to Become a Volunteer to download a volunteer application packet.