Baptist Hospital Volunteer
Thurs., Aug. 25, 2011
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Baptist Hospital, Medical Meeting Room
Reservations are required by Aug. 15, by calling 850.434.4936
PENSACOLA, Fla. (Aug. 11, 2011) ¨C The Mission of Baptist Health Care is to provide superior service based on Christian values to improve the quality of life for people and communities served. Volunteers play a vital role in helping our organization accomplish this Mission.
Studies have shown that people who stay active and volunteer their time to help others, tend to live longer and are physically and mentally healthier. As a Baptist Hospital volunteer, you will learn new skills, meet a diverse range of people, and connect with your community. Making a difference in the lives of others is what volunteering at Baptist is all about.
As a volunteer you assist patients, family members and visitors and provide valuable services that improve their health care experience. Baptist Hospital volunteers¡¯ extraordinary care and dedication help to ensure comfort to those who are facing tough health care challenges. Each day volunteers of all ages perform a variety of tasks and complement the culture of passion and caring found at Baptist Hospital.
As a Baptist Hospital Volunteer, you will have the opportunity to…
¡¤ Learn new skills
¡¤ Make new friends
¡¤ Enjoy the satisfaction that comes from helping others
¡¤ Add to your community¡¯s quality of life by helping patients, their families, staff and visitors.
¡¤ Take action in making our community a better place to live and call home.
Some areas for volunteer service include but not limited to, escorting patients or family members, providing office support, manning the information desk, and assisting in patient care areas. Volunteers can be found in almost every department of the hospital.
People of all ages are encouraged to volunteer at Baptist Hospital. We ask that volunteers be willing to work four hours per week for at lease six months. Most volunteers work during the business hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Some benefits of volunteering at Baptist Hospital include a free meal in the Baptist Hospital Bistro before or after your shift, annual Tuberculosis skin test, flu shot when available and special parking. Beyond these benefits, volunteers tell us it’s the intangible benefits that keep them coming back, it’s the satisfaction of helping people, interacting with others, and learning new skills.
