Volunteer Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Commit to at least six months of volunteer time (minimum)
• Two-step TB skin test performed before serving
• Proof of Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) vaccination - volunteers born prior to 1957 are not required to provide proof but are encouraged to get the vaccination for preventive reasons
• New Volunteer Orientation (NVO) - This is done online familiarizing you with Island Hospital policies and procedures before serving and annually thereafter

Benefits of Volunteering

• Those who work 2+ hours are entitled to a complimentary meal at the Island Bistro (open 7 AM - 7 PM)
• Complimentary coffee, tea and water throughout the day (available in the Island Bistro and throughout the hospital)
• FREE annual influenza vaccination (when available)
• Supplementary insurance for injuries incurred while volunteering (workers compensation)
• Free training for position you will be working in (volunteers do not perform patient care)
• Annual Recognition Luncheon
• New friendships and bringing smiles to those you serve

Steps to Become a Volunteer

The application process is easy! Follow these simple steps:

1. Print the appropriate forms or contact Jennifer Van Dyke, Island Hospital Volunteer Coordinator, at (360) 299-1371 or email jvandyke@islandhospital.org.

2. Complete your volunteer application and WSP forms and drop them at the front desk of the hospital or mail them to:

          Jennifer Van Dyke
          Volunteer Coordinator
          1211 24th Street
          Anacortes, WA 98221

3. Meet with the Volunteer Coordinator for an interview.

4. Attend a hospital orientation and have a TB test (required).