Volunteer with UMC

University Medical Center has screening requirements in place for all volunteers to help protect the health and safety of patients, visitors, and staff members. These requirements include:

• Tuberculosis (TB) test within the last three months
• Documentation of Tdap immunization (valid for 10 years)
• Documentation of two Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccinations
• Documentation of two Varicella vaccinations
• Toxicology screening
• Documentation of flu vaccination if applying during flu season (October 1 - March 31)
• Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended but not required.

Employee Health can provide these screenings and vaccinations to adult volunteers who need them to complete the onboarding process.

Becoming a junior volunteer is a great way to learn new skills, make new friends, and discover your passions. We'll provide you with the training and support you need to succeed. Our junior volunteers are assigned to age-appropriate tasks to ensure a positive and safe volunteer experience.

Requirements:

• Must be between 15-17 years of age
• Must complete all steps in the volunteer onboarding process with approval from parent/legal guardian
• Must commit to completing a minimum of 30 hours per year

Process:

Application: Our volunteer application can be completed online using this form. Use the button below to submit the application form or download and email the completed form to umc-volunteers@lcmchealth.org.

We will review your application and if you qualify, you will be contacted to complete the following next steps:

Interview: A member of our volunteer services team will contact you to schedule an interview.

Screening: Junior volunteers must submit their complete immunization record before placement. A TB screening is also required within three months of the interview. If applying for the program from October 1-March 31, a flu vaccine is required.

Orientation: Volunteers will go through the volunteer orientation and complete required modules for placement. Additional departmental orientation will be provided by staff from the duty assignment location.

Placement: After completing orientation and review of required immunizations, the volunteer services team will contact you to coordinate start date and placement. Acceptance or placement in the Volunteer Program is based on your interests and the organization's needs.

Wrap up Visit: All volunteers must attend a wrap-up visit to ensure completion of all required steps and to receive your ID badge.

Our adult volunteers contribute to the comfort and care of our patients and their families. We aim to develop a fulfilling volunteer experience by matching your unique skills with our organization's needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must complete all steps in the volunteer onboarding process
• Commit to completing a minimum of 30 hours per year

Interview: A member of our volunteer services team will contact you to schedule an interview.

Screening: Adult volunteers receive a health screening through LCMC Employee Health Services, free of charge.

Orientation: Volunteers will go through the volunteer orientation and complete required modules for placement. Additional departmental orientation will be provided by staff from the duty assignment location.

Placement: After completing orientation and health screening, the volunteer services team will contact you to coordinate start date and placement. Acceptance or placement in the Volunteer Program is based on your interests and the organization's needs.

Wrap up visit: All volunteers must attend a wrap-up visit to ensure completion of all required steps and to receive your ID badge.

Our employee volunteers serve the New Orleans community by representing UMC in various community events. Join the employee volunteer program to make a difference in our community today!

Requirements

• Must be a University Medical Center-affiliated employee
• Must understand that volunteer duties will not be compensated by University Medical Center
• Commit to one community event per year

Process:

Application: Our employee volunteer application can be submitted through the link.

University Medical Center welcomes groups who are interested in volunteering. Onboarding of volunteer groups will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Please submit requests to umc-volunteers@lcmchealth.org.

We value the contributions of our volunteers. During the interview, our staff will identify your areas of interest and strive to provide opportunities based on the needs of UMC. Volunteers can work in various areas including clerical, procedural, patient access, and nursing areas.

Patient care areas
Description: Volunteers within our patient care areas play a vital role in enhancing the standard of patient care. They offer valuable support to the nursing staff in their daily activities, aiding patients and families across the unit. Volunteer responsibilities may encompass various tasks such as engaging with patients, conducting rounds in patient rooms, aiding in discharges, handling calls, replenishing supplies, assisting with errands for the nursing staff, and performing other assigned tasks. These responsibilities contribute to the seamless functioning of the unit, enabling the staff to dedicate more time to patient care.

Locations: HIV Clinic, Infusion, Endoscopy, ID Clinic, Trauma/Ortho, Dental Clinic

Qualifications: Volunteers should be self-motivated, friendly, engaged, able to follow directions, and comfortable communicating with patients/visitors.

Procedural areas
Description: Volunteers assigned to these areas provide assistance to the procedural and Lab staff. Their responsibilities may include replenishing lab equipment, engaging with patients, transporting items within the hospital, and performing other assigned tasks. Volunteers offer support to daily activities in procedural areas.

Locations: Outpatient Surgery, Emergency Department

Qualifications: Volunteers should be self-motivated, friendly, engaged, able to follow directions, and comfortable communicating with patients/visitors. Volunteers should also follow infection control and patient safety guidelines to ensure a sterile environment.

Patient Access and Administrative

Description: Volunteers are responsible for warmly welcoming, guiding, and assisting patients, visitors, and staff within nursing units and throughout the hospital. Volunteers will lend a hand to administrative departments by tackling tasks such as paperwork, filing, organization, and handling various clerical duties based on the needs.

Locations: Patient Companion, Human Resources, Information Desk, Book Cart, Spirutual Care,

Qualifications: Volunteers should be self-motivated, friendly, engaged, able to follow directions, and comfortable communicating with patients/visitors.

Special projects or group projects

Volunteer groups are also welcome at University Medical Center. Projects can include painting, assembling patient safety kits, and other opportunities to make a difference. Applications for volunteer groups will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please submit requests to umc-volunteers@lcmchealth.org.