This role requires that you have a dog and are certified with Pet Partners as a volunteer team.
To become a volunteer at Northern Arizona Healthcare you must apply online and complete our onboarding process. Please look at our website to find our various applications.
Website: https://www.nahealth.com/volunteer-services/
You can also view our current volunteer assignments and open shifts through this link:
https://www.volgistics.com/od/16931
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Volunteer is responsible for performing volunteer duties as they relate to operational department functions. Always maintains strict confidentiality and discretion according to HIPAA requirements. In addition to the specific accountabilities listed below, all positions are required to demonstrate customer skills, including friendliness, courtesy, responsiveness, and empathy. However, it must be emphasized to all volunteers that patient and volunteer safety is paramount, and that under no circumstances may volunteers substitute for licensed medical professionals.
Duties may include:
- Visiting with your therapy dog various areas of the hospital and clinics
- Providing joy and comfort to our patients, visitors and staff
- Being helpful to visitors for basic general questions and needs
You may not do the following:
- Offer education or advice
- physically assist visitors or patients
