Volunteering at Grace

Make A Difference

Our dedicated volunteers at Grace Medical Center are valued contributors in our mission to provide patients with the compassionate, high-quality care they need and deserve. They spend their time welcoming and assisting patients and visitors and doing other meaningful tasks across many key departments.

Why volunteer?

Your work has a direct impact on those you serve. Though you will not earn money, you will gain the satisfaction of giving your time and talent to help patients and staff at a busy medical center.

The benefits of volunteering include:

Sharing your skills, or learning new ones
Connecting with people
Learning about health care careers
Finding a sense of purpose
Improving your health from staying active
Increasing your happiness

What can volunteers do?

Grace Medical Center has many opportunities to get involved. Whether you want to work behind the scenes or interact with patients, there's a job that fits you and your schedule.

Here’s a sampling of volunteer opportunities:

Front desk greeter/registration
Community and patient outreach assistants
Office assistants
Emergency room attendants
Patient visitor

Adult Volunteer Program

If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering at Grace Medical Center, you can easily apply online. Please note that all volunteers must be vaccinated for COVID 19, and the seasonal flu. They must also undergo tuberculosis (TB) testing and a drug screen. (Medical requirements are subject to change at any time.) A background check and orientation are also part of our onboarding process.

Please note:

Adult volunteers are expected to come in for 2-4 hour shifts on agreed upon day and time each week.
Grace Medical Center asks for a 1 year commitment from our adult volunteers.
This program runs year-round, so the application process is rolling throughout the year.

Apply Online

Student Volunteer Programs

Through Grace Medical Center’s Student Volunteer Summer or Fall Programs you can earn service hours that can be applied toward the total number of community service hours required by your school system.

Learn More and Apply

High School - Summer Volunteer Program

Who is eligible to apply?

High School Students are 15 by July 1st and have completed the 10th grade

Program Requirements

High School student volunteers are expected to volunteer for a total of 80 hours for the summer.
Students participating in this program are expected to volunteer for 8 weeks over the 10 weeks that the program is running.
Volunteering in a medical facility follows strict guidelines, and there are several steps to the volunteer application and onboarding process. An application, two interviews, health screen forms and online orientation must be completed in order to volunteer at Grace Medical Center. Please note that all volunteers must be vaccinated for COVID 19, and the seasonal flu. They must also undergo tuberculosis (TB) testing and a drug screen. (Medical requirements are subject to change at any time.)
Students are expected adhere to the dress code. We recommend a polo shirt, khakis, and comfortable shoes. Clothing with logos, open toed shoes, and denim are not allowed. Your school uniform is also acceptable. Students are required to sign in and out for each of their volunteer shifts.

Complete the High School Student Application.

High School - Internship Program

For more information on internship opportunities for high school students, please contact gduvall@lifebridgehealth.org

gduvall@lifebridgehealth.org

College Volunteer Opportunities

Grace Medical Center’s College Student Program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare and who are looking for volunteer hours for experience/exposure in a medical facility setting.

Who is eligible to apply?

Undergraduates
College graduates (gap year students)

Expectations

College volunteers are expected to come in to the medical center for a minimum of a 4 hour shift each week
College volunteers commit to serve a minimum of 40 hours per semester, for one year.
Volunteering in a medical facility follows strict guidelines, and there are several steps to the volunteer application and onboarding process. An application, two interviews, background check, health screen forms and online orientation must be completed in order to volunteer at Grace Medical Center. Please note that all volunteers must be vaccinated for COVID 19, and the seasonal flu. They must also undergo tuberculosis (TB) testing and a drug screen. (Medical requirements are subject to change at any time.)

Complete the College Volunteer Application

Shadowing through the Volunteer Services Office

Grace Medical Center is able to provide shadowing opportunities for students seeking an introduction to the clinical environment or to gain experience.

Who qualifies for the Shadow Program?

This opportunity is offered to those students who are looking for shadowing positions that are not offered through our Medical Education Office (contracted through students school).
Students who are pursuing education at the undergraduate level or higher.