Volunteer at Bozeman Health
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Bozeman Health!
If you’re looking to give back to the communities we live in and serve through volunteering in a professional health care setting, then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to help patients find their way, deliver smiles and encouragement, cuddle our smallest patients or make a visit special through our animal therapy program – we look forward to welcoming you to the Volunteer Team!
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center
Cancer Center Attendant: Volunteers make a difference by providing comfort to cancer patients undergoing treatments. Tasks include providing patients with food, beverages, warm blankets, a warm greeting, and cleaning patient care areas.
Ideal for someone who enjoys caring for people, is empathetic, a good listener, enjoys being on their feet, and can roll up their sleeves for cleaning tasks and stocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are M – F, 9 AM – 1 PM / Noon – 4 PM
Cuddler in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit: Volunteers cuddle babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). When there are no babies to cuddle, volunteers assist with phone calls, stuffing packets, and other clerical tasks. If these tasks are complete, volunteers assist with hospital wayfinding.
Ideal for the gentle, nurturing, and patient person who adores babies and doesn’t mind sitting for long periods of time.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 6 – 10 PM
Emergency Department Support: Volunteers provide comfort and non-medical services for patients and their visitors in the emergency department. Volunteers also assist with room turnover and restocking supplies.
Ideal for someone who thrives in a setting where anything can happen. The ED is unpredictable. It can be incredibly quiet or organized chaos. Not for the squeamish types. This volunteer takes initiative, is detail-oriented, enjoys the unknown, can turn over rooms and assist with restocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 4 – 8 PM / 8 - Midnight
Family Birth Center Guest Relations: This is a high security area. Volunteers act as gate-keepers, greeting and verifying patient and visitor information. They will also answer phones and any patient and/or visitor questions.
Ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys a quiet setting, and doesn’t mind sitting for long periods of time.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 4 - 8 PM
Gift Shop: Gift Shop volunteers assist customers as they shop for gifts, flowers, candy, and other merchandise.
Ideal for the merchandise savvy person who is comfortable handling monetary transactions and enjoys being surrounded by soft and fluffy animals.
Volunteer shifts are M - F, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM
Information Desk and Wayfinding: Volunteers make a lasting impression for those who enter Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital by greeting guests, assisting with directions, answering visitor questions, and brightening a patient’s day with a flower or mail delivery.
Ideal for someone who enjoys people, great with maps and directions, being on their feet, walking, and has no issues with stairs.
Volunteer shifts are M - F, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM
Perioperative Services Attendant: Volunteers give support to families and friends waiting for patients in surgery and serve as a liaison between families, surgical staff, and physicians.
Ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, empathetic, a good listener, and can take charge.
Volunteer shifts are M - F, 7:30 – 11:30 AM / 11 AM – 3 PM
Surgical Unit Support: Volunteers provide comfort and non-medical services for patients and their visitors. Volunteers provide a warm greeting to in-patients while tidying up rooms, room turnover and restocking supplies.
Ideal for someone who enjoys seeing a task through to completion and doesn’t mind standing for long periods of time. This volunteer takes initiative, is detail-oriented, can turn over rooms and assist with restocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are M - Sat, 10 AM – 2 PM / 2 – 6 PM / 6 – 10 PM
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Big Sky Medical Center
Emergency Department: Volunteers provide comfort and non-medical services for patients and their visitors in the emergency department. Volunteers also assist with room turnover and restocking supplies.
Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting where anything can happen. Not for the squeamish types. This volunteer takes initiative, is detail-oriented, enjoys the unknown, can turn over rooms and assist with restocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 4 – 8 PM / 8 - Midnight
Information Desk and Wayfinding: Volunteers make a lasting impression by greeting guests, assisting with directions, and answering visitor questions.
Ideal for someone who enjoys people, being on their feet, and walking.
Volunteer shifts are M - F, 8 AM - Noon / Noon – 4 PM
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Hillcrest Senior Living
Meal Host: Volunteers check residents in and serve as meal hosts during lunch and dinner. They assist with drinks and other tasks as needed. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in an assisted living setting while helping others and making life long connections.
Ideal for someone who enjoys being on their feet, likes a routine, and doesn’t mind getting their hands a bit dirty.
Volunteer shifts are M - F, 11 AM – 2 PM / 4 – 7 PM
Volunteer Opportunities with Limited Requirements
These opportunities are great for someone who cannot commit to the initial 64-hour requirement. These opportunities do require your commitment twice a month.
Animal-Assisted Therapy: Volunteer teams of person and animal provide emotional support to patients, visitors, and staff at Bozeman Health care sites.
This does require certification through an accredited therapy animal program.
Cancer Center Drivers: During treatment, many cancer patients become unable to drive to/from the hospital. Volunteer drivers provide these patients with rides so that they can continue to receive their cancer treatment.
This volunteer has a current driver’s license, valid car insurance, a clean car, and is comfortable behind the wheel.
Spiritual Health: Volunteers assist our Spiritual Health team with patient centered initiatives and/or perform specific tasks based on religious affiliation.
Volunteer Requirements
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You must have had the primary doses of a COVID-19 vaccine AND have completed the waiting period to ensure the maximum immunity.*
- You must have had the current seasonal influenza vaccine.*
- Complete necessary bloodwork clearance.*
- You must always wear a mask (e.g., cloth) over the nose and mouth.
- Commit to volunteering a minimum of 64 hours within four months. Usually this consists of one four-hour shift per week for four months.
- Undergo a criminal background check
- Compliance with strict confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
- Enjoy your volunteer experience! We want this to be an enjoyable experience for you.