Volunteer

At this time, we are no longer accepting any new volunteer applications. Please use this form to be included on the wait list.

Volunteering at Dominican Hospital is a rewarding way to help in your community. Volunteers work in a variety of areas throughout the hospital and get first-hand experience of what it’s like to work in the health care.

Opportunities

• Clerical Support (Volunteer Services and others)  
• Emergency Department
• Front Lobby (Reception) 
• Lifestyle Management Support 
• Maternal Child Health Aide Support 
• Nursing Aide Support
• Pathology (Lab) 
• Patient Discharge Support
• Patient Services/Nursing Units
• Post Anesthesia Care Unit
• Physical/Occupational Therapy (some added requirement for this location)*
• Same-Day Surgery Waiting Room/Critical Care Unit
• ... and more!

Benefits of Volunteers

Thank you for taking an interest in Dominican Hospital. We realize that your time is given freely and we would like to show you how WE show our humankindness to YOU!

• Celebrated during "Volunteer Week" 
  
• On-going learning and training opportunities through the hospital and more!
  
• Opportunities to participate in Staff functions and events
  
• Volunteer awards, receptions and more! 
  
• Volunteer shirt and badge
  
• Volunteers are honored through recognition events
  
  
• Career & Educational Benefits
  

Hands-on Experience:
Get a feel for the hospital environment and understand healthcare work culture. 

Career Exploration:
Explore a variety of healthcare careers, including medicine, nursing, and allied health. 

Resume Enhancement:
Build a resume with valuable experience and skills for college and job applications. 

Educational Pathways/Community Service Hours
Fulfill university admission requirements and explore educational programs.

• Personal & Skill Development
  

Build Confidence: 
Develop confidence through direct interaction with others and real-world tasks. 

Improve Communication & Empathy: 
Strengthen interpersonal, communication, and empathy skills by working with patients and staff. 

Develop Life Skills: 
Learn essential life skills, such as responsibility and time management. 

Personal Growth: 
Experience personal growth by stepping outside your comfort zone and gaining perspective. 

• Community & Networking
  

Connect with Your Community: 
Feel a stronger sense of belonging and purpose by contributing to your local community. 

Networking Opportunities: 
Meet new people and network with healthcare professionals and other volunteers. 

Make a Difference: 
Gain the satisfaction of making a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.
 

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age* (Harbor High School Medical Tech program will have 15 year olds) 
• Must commit to 100 hours of service. (This might change depending on your situation, I am flexible) 
• Be flexible with this process and Orientation dates and times. 
• Be consistent with your communication and dedication to your assigned department. 
• Have an open mind, try something new!
• Have fun and engage with staff, patients and our community!
• Follow all rules and regulations that are required of you. 
• Complete the application process, online review of policies, training, orientation, background check (only General applicants), Tuberculosis (TB) testing, proof and request of vaccine records and Flu vaccination during the month of September/October. At times, a mask must be worn at the hospital* TBD.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create opportunities that inspire people to grow and develop while complementing and enriching patient care.

Learn More

For more information on volunteering at Dominican Hospital, please contact:

Maia Yates
Volunteer Services Program Manager
[email protected]
(831) 462-7340

The process to volunteer may take some time, please plan accordingly with your time. Thank you for taking the time to consider joining us as we increase our volunteer efforts for our patients and community with COMPASSION, INCLUSION, INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE and COLLABORATION.