Volunteers are a valuable part of the patient experience for the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network. Volunteers make a difference at our hospitals by sharing their time and special talents with others. Your concern can make a patient’s day better, relieve a staff member’s daily load and support our mission to advance the health care of the diverse communities we serve.
Becoming a Volunteer
After you submit your application, we will review it and, if selected, will contact you for an interview. If you are accepted into the program, you must successfully complete these onboarding requirements before volunteering.
- Background check
- Occupational Health screening, including immunization review, TB test and seasonal flu vaccinations
- Volunteer Services orientation
- Department-specific training
Get Started
Learn more about the volunteer opportunities at the hospital campuses below and fill out a volunteer application.
- Froedtert Hospital, Milwaukee
- Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital
- Froedtert West Bend Hospital
- Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital
Hospital Volunteer Age Requirements
Volunteers support patient care and assist hospital staff with important tasks. Specific opportunities vary by location. Every act of service makes a big difference. We will work to help you find the best volunteer opportunity for your skills and interest.
Based on the location, some opportunities are available for 16- to 17-year-olds, with more and different opportunities to choose from once you are 18 years of age or older. All volunteers must pass a background check.
Hospital Volunteer Tasks
Volunteers support patient care and assist hospital staff with important tasks. Specific opportunities vary by location. Every act of service makes a big difference. We will work to help you find the best volunteer opportunity for your skills and interest.
Volunteer Benefits
You have the opportunity to put your skills to work to make a difference — to change someone's life. Here are some additional "perks."
- Gift shop discount — Receive 30% off purchases in the gift shop with your badge. Some exclusions apply.
- Vaccinations — Froedtert volunteers may receive complimentary vaccines from our community clinics.
- Annual volunteer appreciation events and recognition — Volunteers are invited to attend events throughout the year recognizing their service and gifts provided to Froedtert Hospital.
- National Volunteer Week — A whole week of special festivities to celebrate volunteers.
- Meet new people. Have fun!
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What is the volunteer time commitment?
Each location has a set minimum requirement.
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What happens if I do not meet minimum requirements?
Meeting the commitment ensures our patients, staff and visitors receive exceptional care from experience and committed volunteers. We will only provide letters of recommendation and confirm completion of volunteer service if you meet your commitment.
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Can I volunteer for the summer only or on my school break?
We require all of our volunteers to commit to a minimum of 80 hours of service. This ensures our patients, staff, and visitors receive exceptional care from experienced and committed volunteers.
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What are the volunteer onboarding requirements?
One you have been selected to volunteer, there is a list of tasks you will need to complete. See "Becoming a Volunteer" above.
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Can I shadow a physician or have direct clinical experience?
Volunteer Services does not coordinate opportunities to shadow medical staff in a clinical environment.
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Can volunteering lead to a paid position?
Volunteering does not guarantee or open doors to employment. Learn more about Froedtert Hospital employment.
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Can I volunteer to meet my community service or court-ordered community service hours?
Volunteer Services does not offer volunteer positions to fulfill court-ordered hours.