Careers

Becoming a Volunteer

Volunteers play a vital role in creating a welcoming, supportive environment for our patients, visitors and staff. At Hillsboro Medical Center, we are proud to partner with compassionate, reliable individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in their community.

Volunteer placements are based on your interests, skills, availability and previous experience.

Now accepting applications

We are currently accepting volunteer applications for our June 2026 review and interview cycle. Applications will be reviewed starting in June, and selected applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews.

Due to the high level of interest, not all applicants will be selected for an interview. If you are not selected, we encourage you to apply again during the next application period.

Current volunteer opportunities

• Main Hospital Entrance Greeter
  • Duties: Welcome patients and visitors, provide directions, monitor visitor flow and communicate concerns to Security
  • Schedule: Four-hour shifts available, seven days per week

• 7th Avenue Medical Plaza Information Desk

  • Duties: Greet patients and visitors, assist with wayfinding and support patient discharges using wheelchairs

  • Schedule: Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. or from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.

• Gift Shop

  • Duties: Assist with retail operations and provide customer service to staff, patients and visitors

  • Hours: Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Five-hour shifts)

• Hospital Patient Care Unit
  • Duties: Stock supplies, support staff and assist with non-clinical patient needs
  • Hours: Four-hour shifts available weekdays and weekends with flexible start times

Why volunteer with us?

• Make a positive impact on patients and families
• Gain valuable experience in a healthcare setting
• Build skills in communication, teamwork and service
• Flexible scheduling options
• Opportunities for job shadowing
• Receive a cafeteria meal voucher for each completed volunteer shift

Volunteer commitment

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• Commitment to 26 shifts (six months) of volunteering for four hours a week
• Four-hour shifts (varies by role)
• Ability to interact effectively with patients, visitors and staff

Getting started: Four simple steps to become a volunteer

Apply today

Ready to make a difference? Start your volunteer journey today by completing the online application.

Apply today »