Volunteers

Volunteers are a vital part of Whittier Hospital Medical Center's activities. We invite you to participate in a rewarding and worthwhile volunteer experience. Volunteer benefits include professional development, training opportunities and work experience.

Benefits

being part of a FANTASTIC Whittier Hospital Medical Center team
training opportunities
professional development
work experience
a free meal after working for 4 hours
free parking
you will receive many intangible rewards for your service as a volunteer

Requirements

MINIMUM VOLUNTEER SERVICE OF THREE (3) MONTHS AND FOUR (4) HOURS PER SHIFT
18+ and no longer in high school
good communication skills
must be a team player
must comply with all policies and procedures
attend orientation and departmental training sessions
must coordinate work schedule to meet hospital needs

Areas of Service

nursing departments
visitor services/hospital front desk
out-patient discharge
ancillary departments support
community outreach events

Training and Time Commitment

Volunteers work in a variety of departments and will receive on-site training.

Volunteer service will be agreed between the volunteer and the designated department supervisor. Hours are flexible and depend on assignment.

Volunteer Application Procedure

Please follow the proper procedure should you wish to be considered for the program:

Fill out an application and download the forms (4) on this page, which include: Background Check Consent, Release of Information, Confidentiality Statement and Health Information form.
You will be contacted for an interview via email or by phone.
Read and sign the forms (4) and bring them with you the day of your interview.
Health clearance by Infection Control Department will be required. The applicant must provide copies of the following:

1. TB clearance: 1 documented negatives PPD's in the past year (one within the past 30 days)
OR,
negative BAMT (Quantiferon) within the past 30 days
OR,
negative symptoms screen and negative chest xray
2. Measles, Mumps, Rubella: 2 documented doses spaced >28 days apart or titer showing immunity.
3. Varicella: 2 documented doses spaced >28 days apart or titer showing immunity.
4. Influenza vaccine: vaccination on record. IF IN SEASON, every October 1st to March 31st.
5. COVID vaccine: 1st and 2nd dose, and 1st booster dose.

Please be advised that you will be required to bring proof of vaccinations the day of your interview.

Background check will take 2-5 weeks to process.

After all the requirements have been met, you will be invited to attend a mandatory orientation for volunteers.

You will also be asked to pay a $20 refundable deposit when you pick up your uniform.

An ID badge will be provided to you by the Human Resources Department before you start volunteering.

HAPPY VOLUNTEERING!

Volunteer Application

Below are the printable forms you will need for volunteering.

Please bring these completed forms with you, when you attend your interview:

Volunteer Commitment and Confidentiality Agreement

Volunteer Annual Health Form

Background Consent for Adults

Authorization for the Social Security Administration (SSA) To Release Social Security Number (SSN) Verification

Volunteer Application