OU Health/The University of Oklahoma Medical Center is looking for interested college, pre-med and graduate students to join our Adult Volunteer team! Preferred commitment would be a 2-4 hour shift with a minimum of 6 months. Applicants MUST have the Covid vaccine and ability to complete a background check, drug test and employee health compliance(all at no charge to you) prior to volunteering (Note: The process may take from 3-5 weeks before an orientation can be completed)
Volunteer tasks include:
· Assisting staff and working with patients in some departments such as ER, Surgery Support(limited availability), Floor Stocking and Patient Rounding
· Patient Pals Activity Cart – Visiting with patients first responsibility and secondly is offering activities such as crossword puzzle books, coloring books, and some personal care items if they are needed by the patient.
· Book Cart – Visiting with patients first responsibility and secondly is offering a book.
· Popcorn & Cookie Cart – Needed shift for Fridays, 10am-1:30pm for staff and guests.
· Coffee Cart – Rounding to all nursing stations, ER, Trauma, and Guest Waiting Rooms - Free coffee for staff and guests
To apply, please email Jonie Welle, Adult Volunteer Director, at adultvolunteers@ouhealth.com.