Volunteer programs are designed for one simple but very important purpose: to serve patients and their families. Fairview volunteers touch the lives of patients in many ways, and a variety of opportunities are available throughout the medical center.

Volunteer Opportunities
A variety of volunteer opportunities are available throughout University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview.

Getting Started
Every prospective volunteer must complete the following application process. Note: If you're a high school student, check back in March to learn about our Junior Volunteer Program.

1. Print and complete the application form
2. Attend a new volunteer orientation session.
3. Complete a health assessment with Employee Occupational Health Services.
4. Pass a criminal background check.
5. Provide two personal references.
6. Complete a one-on-one interview with a volunteer coordinator.

Time Commitment
Volunteers work four hours weekly for six months (minimum). Summer-only volunteers work 75 hours during June, July and August.

Junior Volunteer Program
This program is a summer session for high school students age 15 or older. Information about the summer 2009 program will be available in March 2009.