One of the nice things about volunteering is that it allows individuals to bring their own life experiences and special talents to their volunteer positions. Meridian's goal is to match each volunteer's needs and interests with the position that is right for him or her. Opportunities are endless and vary from hospital to hospital.
Clerical:Typing, copying, and answering phones in a number of departments. |
Courier: Delivering inter-departmental mail and pharmacy orders. |
Customer Relations: Visiting and assisting patients who have infrequent quests. |
Day Care: Reading, helping with meal times, and assisting with activities. |
Emergency Room: Assisting staff as needed in a fast-paced environment. |
Gift Shop: Serving as salesperson, taking inventories, and wrapping gifts. |
Information Desk: Providing general and patient information at the main desk. |
Pastoral Care: Assisting staff, which may involve informing patients of the availability of the
pastor's services. |
Patient Aides: Distributing water to patients, assisting in menu selections and feedings, and running
errands. |
Supportive Care: Assisting hospital oncology patients (specialized training course required).
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Surgical Department: Comforting patients, assisting staff with clerical needs, and serving as
a liaison between staff, family, and friends in waiting area. |
Transportation: Taking patients by wheelchair through admitting and discharge procedures and to
hospital testing areas. |
