Emerson Hospital

Volunteer details

Contact name: Janet Davis

Volunteer contact email: jadavis@emersonhosp.org

Emerson Hospital is fortunate to have more volunteers per bed than any other hospital in Massachusetts. Yet even with more than 500 adult and student volunteers representing 38 towns, we still need your help. It’s more important than ever for our community to come together - and there’s no better place than your local hospital. For more information about volunteer opportunities at this hospital, visit the Emerson Hospital volunteer website.

Volunteer programs

Adult Volunteer Program; Student Volunteer Program

Volunteer placements & services

Administrative and support units; Clerical; Gift shop; Patient representatives; Reception desk; Reiki; Transport;

Application process

Adult Volunteer Program: To volunteer, you must commit to a minimum of four consecutive hours per week and 100 hours for one full year. A personal interview with our volunteer director will determine where your skills, interest and availability best fit. You’ll be required to attend an orientation and will receive on-the-job training for your specific assignment. Student Volunteer Program: To volunteer, a student must be at least 14 years of age or in high school, and willing to perform 80 hours of community service. If selected, students may volunteer during the school year or summer program. If accepted, you will be required to attend a new-volunteer orientation class and complete 12 hours of on-the-job training. The orientation covers program expectations, confidentiality regulations, dress code and hospital safety regulations. All volunteers must complete a health visit, which includes TB testing and a blood titer (test).