Volunteer at Sutter Coast Hospital

The Sutter Coast Hospital Auxiliary is an integral part of the hospital, providing supports services, public relations and fundraising, as well as promoting interest in health services. As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to assist patients and visitors with directions and information or support a department. All volunteers help out under staff supervision and direction.

Here are some of the areas where our volunteers currently assist:

• Ambulatory surgery
• Emergency department
• Front desk/reception
• Gift shop
• Pre-admissions

We also receive requests for temporary assignments or one-time projects from many areas in the hospital.

We welcome your interest in becoming a volunteer. You may obtain an application from the Sutter Coast Hospital Administration Monday — Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

Auxiliary requirements for volunteering:

• Completion of an application form
• Background clearance
• Interview with Auxiliary membership chairperson, the director of admitting and one other Auxiliary member
• Medical clearance, including a tuberculosis test before beginning volunteer assignment
• Attendance at one orientation meeting
• Membership dues
• Uniforms
• Attendance at Auxiliary meetings

Hospital requirements for volunteering:

• Orientation
• Annual tuberculosis screening
• Annual safety and infection control testing

As a volunteer, you’ll gain both tangible and intangible rewards for giving your time and energy. Here are some of the benefits of volunteering at Sutter Coast:

• Free lunch when you work a four-hour shift
• Free tuberculosis screening annually and free flu shots when available
• Invitations to many hospital social functions
• Special recognition throughout the year, especially during National Volunteer Week in April
• Special recognition pins as appropriate
• Twenty percent discount on gift shop purchases
• Cal-Ore membership paid by hospital