Types of volunteers

Hospitality 

1. Lab – There is a great need for this service position. Greet patients as they enter the lab and act as a liaison between them and the lab technicians. Monday – Friday morning hours anytime between 8 a.m. – noon.
2. General hospital volunteer – We are bringing back a traditional role that was once referred to as a “candy striper.” Volunteers will visit selected patients’ rooms and offer reading materials, crossword puzzles, and a friendly visit.
3. Windemere – Assist with patient activities and comfort. Visit with patients. Read them a book or do an activity with them. 
4. Patient greeter – Be another friendly face as people enter the main entrance of the hospital. Provide them guidance and direction. Assist them to where they are going within the building.
5. Floater – Are you flexible?  Not ready to commit to a set time but want to help? Occasionally, the need for temporary assistance will come up in an area where we don’t usually place a volunteer.  We would like to be able to call volunteers when this need arises. 

Special events/fundraising – Fundraising is an integral part of fulfilling the financial needs of our hospital. We host special events throughout the year and could use your help. You can volunteer for one day and one event or assist us at multiple events.

Art collection – The hospital has an extensive art collection that has been donated by generous benefactors. We need assistance with cataloging the various pieces of artwork and their current locations, including updating the current cataloging system.
 
Communications Department – Want to help us spread the word about the different things happening within our hospital? We’re looking for volunteers who like to write, shoot video or take photographs, contribute to social media and update our website. 

Time commitment

Your time commitment could range between four hours once a week to everyday. We will create a schedule around the hours you are available. Some areas are more flexible than others.  

Paperwork requirements

To volunteer at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, you will need to submit a CORI form and a signed Immunization Form from your doctor’s office. Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email with the necessary forms and information.