Get Started – Volunteer at UF Health Jacksonville

As a healthcare organization, it is important to UF Health Jacksonville to protect its patients and comply with standards set by regulatory bodies. We set a high standard of excellence because our volunteers interact directly with our customers and are our hospital’s ambassadors in the community. It is at the sole discretion of UF Health Jacksonville to accept or decline a volunteer applicant.

Student volunteer program

The Summer Student Volunteer program returns for 3 weeks this summer. To qualify for the program, you must be at least 15 to 17 years old and have at least a 3.0 GPA.

Applicants must be able to commit to the full three weeks of service.

Space is limited, not all qualified applicants are accepted. There will be opportunities to serve on the downtown campus and on the north campus.

The 2023 Summer Student Volunteer Program will run from June 19 – July 7. Student volunteers serve weekly, 1/2 days (mornings) Monday through Friday during this time.

Program dates: June 19 – July 7

• Students will serve Monday through Friday each week. (Exception: Tuesday, July 4 holiday)
• Students will commit to serving 4 hours each morning during program dates.

Important appointments

• Friday April 14 – Deadline for applications and supporting documents
• Monday, May 1 – Acceptance notifications will be emailed no later than

Questions?

E-mail [email protected] or you can also contact the downtown volunteer services office at 904-244-4271 or the North Campus Volunteer Services office at 904-427-4271.

Adult Volunteer Program

time commitment

New volunteers are asked to commit to serving 100 hours. Most volunteers work a four-hour shift per week. Some give more. Hours are arranged according to your availability.

Vacations and absences

We understand that as a volunteer you have many other commitments. We are able to accommodate shift changes and absences due to illness or travel plans.

Cost

Uniform shirts are $19.99

Begin

Before beginning as a UF Health Jacksonville adult volunteer, the following process must be completed:

1. Fill the forms
   Complete it online application form. Once completed, you will be contacted by a volunteer services representative. If you need help with the application process, please contact us.
   Phone: (904) 244-4232
   Fax: (904) 244-6662
   E-mail: [email protected]
2. Personal interview
   After receiving your application, you will be contacted for an interview or you can call us to make an appointment.
3. General health screening
   Our Employee Health Department screens volunteers for placement with the following:
   1. Health Questionnaire
   2. Tuberculosis screening
   3. Proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox and hepatitis B is required to volunteer. Volunteers must provide this proof of immunity against shooting records and/or positive titles.
4. General orientation
   Volunteer orientation is offered online.
5. Volunteering begins
   Confirmed start date and time