Volunteer at IU Health Saxony
Volunteers are an important part of Indiana University Health Saxony Hospital and help us achieve our mission of providing exceptional care. It is not necessary for you to have worked or volunteered in a healthcare setting before.
You only need a passion to serve others and a commitment to helping IU Health Saxony Hospital make each and every guest's visit exceptional.
Participating in the care of others requires a special commitment to providing impeccable service and creating an experience our guests will not forget. As an integral part of IU Health Saxony Hospital, all volunteers must be aware of our culture of service and our passionate commitment to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. This commitment is strengthened through our values: Purpose, Compassion, Excellence & Team.
Our Culture of Service
Participating in the care of others requires a special commitment to providing impeccable service and creating an experience our guests will not forget. As an integral part of IU Health Saxony Hospital, all volunteers must be aware of our culture of service and our passionate commitment to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. This commitment is strengthened through our values: Purpose, Compassion, Excellence & Team.
Traditional Volunteers
Anyone 18 or older and not in school is considered a traditional volunteer. Traditional volunteers usually serve one three-hour shift per week, but some assignments have four-hour shifts. New volunteers must commit to at least a six-month assignment, although many of our volunteers have been dedicating their time to our patients for years.
Student Volunteers
Student volunteers are age 16-18 and in high school or 18+ and in college. Please note that positions are limited and not all applicants can be placed.
Team Member Volunteers
Full-time, part-time and supplemental team members of IU Health who have an interest in volunteering for IU Health Saxony Hospital outside of their normal work hours and department should contact us for more information at 317.688.2927.
Our Volunteers
Traditional Volunteers
Anyone 18 or older and not in school is considered a traditional volunteer. Traditional volunteers usually serve one three-hour shift per week, but some assignments have four-hour shifts. New volunteers must commit to at least a six-month assignment, although many of our volunteers have been dedicating their time to our patients for years.
Student Volunteers
Student volunteers are age 16-18 and in high school or 18+ and in college. Please note that positions are limited and not all applicants can be placed.
Team Member Volunteers
Full-time, part-time and supplemental team members of IU Health who have an interest in volunteering for IU Health Saxony Hospital outside of their normal work hours and department should contact us for more information at 317.688.2927.
Most volunteer positions at IU Health Saxony Hospital require a minimum six-month commitment (minus family vacations, illness or other special situations) unless otherwise noted. We assign volunteers to a specific department, day and time to allow relationship building between team members and volunteers. We work to match volunteer interests with the needs of the hospital and patients.
Volunteer Assignments
Here are just a few of the departments that have volunteers; however, not all departments have current openings:
- Canine Therapy
- Owners and their certified therapy dogs from one of our approved agencies
- Assistants to therapy dog teams
- Emergency Department
- Guest Ambassadors
- Medical/Surgery Floor
Your Commitment
Most volunteer positions at IU Health Saxony Hospital require a minimum six-month commitment (minus family vacations, illness or other special situations) unless otherwise noted. We assign volunteers to a specific department, day and time to allow relationship building between team members and volunteers. We work to match volunteer interests with the needs of the hospital and patients.
Volunteer Assignments
Here are just a few of the departments that have volunteers; however, not all departments have current openings:
- Canine Therapy
- Owners and their certified therapy dogs from one of our approved agencies
- Assistants to therapy dog teams
- Emergency Department
- Guest Ambassadors
- Medical/Surgery Floor
What You Need to Know
If you are interested in volunteering at IU Health Saxony Hospital:
- Complete the online application
- Attend an orientation session
- Complete an interview
- Complete and pass a background check
- Complete a health assessment (which may include a drug screen)
- Have two TB tests return negative
- Complete assignment and safety training
- All volunteers are required to get a flu vaccination to serve during the flu season.
- The ability to volunteer is contingent upon the successful completion of all components of the volunteer application process.
The Application Process
What You Need to Know
If you are interested in volunteering at IU Health Saxony Hospital:
- Complete the online application
- Attend an orientation session
- Complete an interview
- Complete and pass a background check
- Complete a health assessment (which may include a drug screen)
- Have two TB tests return negative
- Complete assignment and safety training
- All volunteers are required to get a flu vaccination to serve during the flu season.
- The ability to volunteer is contingent upon the successful completion of all components of the volunteer application process.
If you have questions or would like more information about volunteering, please contact us at 317.688.2927 or speitz@iuhealth.org.
We look forward to hearing from you.
For More Information
If you have questions or would like more information about volunteering, please contact us at 317.688.2927 or speitz@iuhealth.org.
We look forward to hearing from you.