Make a Difference as a Volunteer

When you share your time, you’re helping us fulfill our mission to provide the highest quality of care to all of our patients. As a volunteer, you make a difference in the lives of our patients, their families and our community.

This program is for adults over age 18 who are no longer in high school. Whether you’re working or not, there are many ways you can volunteer.

How to Become an Adult Volunteer

We ask that our adult volunteers commit to four hours per day, one day per week, and about 100 hours a year. Our application process can take up to four weeks.

Step 1: Application

You can apply online for the adult volunteer program. Along with your application, you’ll need to provide your driver's license, passport or other photo identification.

Step 2: Health Screening and Interview

Volunteers must pass a health screening each year. The screening includes a mini physical, a urine drug test, a tuberculosis (TB) skin test and a flu shot. You will also interview with a volunteer interview committee member.

Please bring the following items to your health screening appointment:

• Driver's license or other photo identification.
• A list of the medications you are currently taking, if any.
• Immunization records. If you do not have your records, a blood test may be performed to determine the presence of certain antibodies. The blood test is free of charge. If you don’t have the particular antibodies, you will be informed immediately. You may then get the vaccines, either from our staff at a cost, with your doctor, or at any of the San Antonio Metropolitan Health District offices.

Step 3. Orientation and Uniform

At the required two-hour orientation and training session, you’ll learn important information about the hospital and your responsibilities so you will feel confident about your role as a volunteer. Please bring proof of vehicle registration and insurance.

Volunteer uniforms help visitors and patients recognize you as a hospital representative who can help when they have questions. Every volunteer wears a uniform that includes:

• Blue polo shirt
• Black, Tan or Khaki-colored pants
• Closed-toed shoes worn with ankle-length or longer socks (no-show socks are not permitted)
• Photo identification worn at chest level at all times

Volunteer Incentives

In addition to our gratitude, you will also receive tokens of our appreciation for being an active volunteer.

For more information, ask a Volunteer Services representative.

• Education courses
• Meal card program
• Free annual health screening and flu shot
• Discount VIA monthly pass
• And more!