 Volunteer Opportunities
We offer a variety of assignments for adults and teens who wish to volunteer. With more than 80 service areas in the hospital, we strive to assign you to an area that best fits your interests. Some of these opportunities include customer service positions, clerical positions and patient care area support.
Volunteer Training
If you would like to become a volunteer, please contact the Volunteer Office for an information packet or download an application. After you have completed the information, call the Volunteer Services office, 360/493-7482, to schedule an interview.
The Junior Volunteer program orientation and training classes are held three times a year. Please send us an e-mail with your name, mailing address and phone number, if you would like to be added to the waiting list.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I volunteer at Providence St. Peter Hospital?
When you call or e-mail us for information about our program, we will send you a Volunteer Services brochure and informational material outlining our requirements and expectations. Or, download an application and read our volunteer program guidelines. Please complete the forms and call our office for an interview appointment.
2. How many hours do I volunteer each day?
We ask for a commitment of six months with an average of one 4-hour shift per week.
3. What are the health requirements?
Volunteers must be in good health and will be required to have two TB skin tests given by our Occupational Health nurse. You also are required to show verification of having an MMR (mumps, measles, rubella) immunization.
4. What if I have no record of receiving the MMR immunization?
You can discuss this with our Occupational Health nurse for alternatives.
5. What other requirements must be met to volunteer?
Volunteers myst submit to a Washington State Patrol background check. Any findings are kept confidential and must comply with Providence St. Peter Hospital employment standards.
6. What do volunteers do?
We have many different assignment areas including patient care units, clerical positions, customer service and specialty groups, such as a sewing group and animal therapy program.
7. What is Lifeline?
Lifeline is a personal emergency response system that allows elderly, physically challenged and chronically ill people to be more confident when living at home or left alone when family members work. For more information, call (360) 493-7481 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
8. Will I wear a uniform?
Volunteers working in patient care or customer service areas wear uniforms. Adult uniforms are provided by the hospital.
How to Contact Us
You can reach the Providence St. Peter Hospital Volunteer Services Department at (360) 493-7482.
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