From the hospital's earliest days, volunteers have had an integral role in the delivery of hospital services. Over the years, volunteers have contributed significantly to the hospital mission by providing support to staff and by offering supplemental programs to make patients and family members more comfortable. Volunteer opportunities include assisting in clinical and non-clinical areas such as the information desk, nursing units, gift shop and delivering patient mail.
Positions are also available in research, business, finance and hospitality.
A large group of community-based volunteers, referred to as Operation Warm Head Start, knit, crochet and sew hats, booties and layette items for our newborns. The student summer volunteer program provides a structured opportunity for teens to volunteer in the hospital setting during summer vacation. Informational sessions are held in early spring and placements are made by the first week in June. The summary sheet below outlines the requirements and procedures for individuals considering volunteering at the hospital.