Volunteer Information

At Shriners Hospitals for Children-Honolulu, volunteers are a vital extension of our hospital’s health care staff.

We are looking for applications from people with unique talents to help in all facets of hospital operations. In return, volunteers receive the satisfaction of having contributed to Shriners Hospitals for Children’s mission of providing the highest quality medical care.

The volunteer experience begins with the application process. To request an application, contact the volunteer services office at (808) 951-3646.

(Due to construction of our new hospital building, there is currently a wait list for volunteer applicants) 2/08

The Application Process

Volunteer requirements:

• Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
• All applicants must attend volunteer orientation.
• All applicants must commit to at least one shift per week for three months.
• All applicants must undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to acceptance.
• All applicants must provide names and addresses of two references.
• All applicants must review three HIPAA and SHC Security Policies and Procedures packets and complete the last page of each packet.
• All applicants must complete the Workforce Confidentiality form.

Health Requirements

• Volunteers are screened for tuberculosis and asked to submit a most recent 2-step TB test or X-ray results if the TB skin test is positive.
• Volunteers must provide a vaccination record to show that they have been immunized against measles, rubella and chicken pox.

Volunteer Placements

The volunteer services office makes every effort to assign individuals to specified areas of interest. The many volunteer opportunities include:

• Translating for medical staff and patients
• Helping children enjoy recreation activities
• Providing clerical support
• Assisting with special events
• Physical and occupational therapy aide
• Hospitality attendant in outpatient services

If you have any questions, contact the volunteer services office at (808) 951-3646.