Types of volunteers

For late summer/fall/winter, we are welcoming volunteers in the following areas: 

1. Hospitality
   • Patient greeter – Be a friendly face as people enter the main entrance of the hospital. Provide them guidance and direction.
     
     
   • 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.
     
     
   • Windemere – Assist with patient activities and comfort. Visit with patients. Read them a book or do an activity with them. 
     
     
2. 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.
   
   
3. 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.
   
   

4. Birth Certificates – We are seeking a volunteer to assist with our birth certificates. Do you know calligraphy or just have beautiful handwriting? We are seeking a volunteer to assist the maternity department in making sure new parents receive one of our special certificates. The time commitment for this position is very flexible and can be done on site or at home. 
   
   

5. 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 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.