Volunteers | MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital

Help care for the health of our community by volunteering your time

Join our vibrant group of kind, generous volunteers and celebrate opportunities to serve others in a modern not-for-profit health care organization. Your time, energy, and talents will truly make a difference for MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital care team members and patients. Volunteers provide a wonderful service to our community and also receive many benefits in return:

• Meet new people and make new friends
• Learn new skills and develop new interests
• Learn about health and wellness opportunities close to home

Application Process

1. Submit an application form
2. Upon acceptance into the volunteer program, you will be invited to attend a hospital volunteer orientation.
3. Training will be provided by a seasoned volunteer until you feel comfortable working by yourself.

Volunteer Guidelines

MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital volunteers:

• Are team players—providing great customer service wherever needed
• Have positive attitudes, and are cheerful, friendly and enthusiastic
• Are willing to help patients and families, whatever the situation may be
• Understand that safety is our top priority, and everybody’s business
• Have a high respect for patients and their families
• Absolutely understand the importance of patient confidentiality
• Work at being good listeners and making eye contact
• Work effectively with all care team members, paid or unpaid
• Have the ability to follow directions well
• Attend hospital volunteer orientation and specialized training
• Are dependable and available for one volunteer shift a week, for at least six months