Volunteer Opportunities
At Northwest Health is committed to providing quality care in a safe environment, promoting health and healing, in the communities we serve. The dedicated team of volunteers helps to ensure outstanding service in nearly every department throughout the hospital. We invite you to join the team today.
Why Volunteer:
- Give back to the community
- Make a difference in someone's life
- Develop new skills/exposure to careers in healthcare
- Socialize/meet new friends
- Stay fit and active
Benefits of Volunteering:
- Free meal on day you volunteer
- Free flu shot annually
- Discount movie tickets
- Annual recognition dinner
- Volunteer gifts during the holidays and National Volunteer Month
Areas we place volunteers:
- Inpatient units
- Outpatient units
- Administration
- Human resources
- Escort services
Orientation requirements that volunteers must meet:
- Complete an application and reference form
- Schedule an interview
- Complete online orientation
- Complete TB screening (paid for by Northwest Health)
- Complete drug screen (paid for by Northwest Health)
- If born after January 1, 1957, provide proof of MMR vaccination
- Background check (paid for by Northwest Health)
- Must be 14 years of age or older
If you're interested in being a volunteer, please call (219) 344-6304 for more information.