St Joseph Hospital

Volunteer details

Volunteer contact email: SJHOrangeVolunteers@stjoe.org

St. Joseph Hospital has an award-winning, dynamic volunteer program comprised of more than 900 volunteers ranging from ages 16 to 90 years of age and older. Our dedicated volunteers serve in more than 40 areas of the hospital, some directly with patients and visitors, and others in support areas. Departments that utilize volunteers include the Emergency Care Center, Outpatient Endoscopy, Nursing Units, Radiology, Mammography, Surgery (Pre-Op and Recovery), Gift Shops and Admitting. There are also clerical support assignments for our volunteers who would like to help with projects in an office setting. Many volunteers prefer Messenger Service where they stay physically active running a variety of patient support errands, including discharging patients. As we continue to offer the exceptional care at St. Joseph Hospital that our community has relied on for more than 80 years, private support - both financial contributions and volunteerism - is critical. Supporting St. Joseph Hospital presents a compelling opportunity for employees, physicians, individuals, corporations and community foundations to support care that has a reputation for quality and innovation - in an environment where values are embraced. For more information about volunteer opportunities at this hospital, visit the St Joseph Hospital volunteer website.

Volunteer placements & services

Admitting Desk; Ambassador (Outpatient Pavilion); CVSSU/South Lobby Visitor Management; The Center for Cancer Prevention and Treatment; Chronic Dialysis (Pediatric Activity Volunteer); Clinical Research; Emergency Care Center; Endoscopy and Pain Management; Gift Shops; Kidney Transplant Center; La Amistad; Mammography; Front office clerical duties; Maternal Fetal Testing; Meal Mate; Messenger Service; Mother Baby Assessment; Music Therapy; Navigator; Nursing Units; OB Admitting; Occupational Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient); Outpatient Surgery Center Reception and Pre-Op; Outpatient Surgery Recovery (PACU); Personal Services Shampoo Volunteers; Pet Therapy; Pharmacy; Physical Therapy (Inpatient and Outpatient); Service Representative; Speech Therapy; Surgery Prep (In-patient); Surgery Recovery

Application process

Application: The first step in becoming a volunteer is to complete an online application. Applicants selected from this initial screening will be invited to attend orientation. Selection is made based on open positions and volunteer availability. Orientation: You will receive an invitation to attend orientation. Orientations are held monthly (except for December) on a weekday morning or afternoon. Following orientation, a packet of forms will be provided for you to fill out. Interview: After attending orientation, an interview will be scheduled. Criminal background check: We will conduct background checks on those 18 years and older; Social Security number is required. Those under 18 years of age are required to submit two letters of recommendation. TB Test: Two tests for tuberculosis, given one week apart, are required for new volunteers. Volunteers must return within 48 - 72 hours after the second test to have it read.