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Volunteer Opportunities in Olathe and Paola
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Adult volunteer opportunities in Olathe and Paola

At The University of Kansas Health System hospitals in Olathe and Paola, we offer a variety of ways for you to volunteer and make a difference in the lives of our patients. Adult volunteers, also called Olathe Ambassadors, are essential members of our care team.

Opportunities for adult volunteers in Olathe and Paola include:

  • Delivering mail and magazines to patients
  • Providing support to patients and families
  • Serving customers in the gift shop
  • Working in administrative areas
  • Working in clinical areas

How to volunteer

To become a volunteer, we require:

  • A completed volunteer application
  • Blood test to check for TB and immunity against childhood diseases
  • Flu shot
  • Orientation and training
  • Personal interview
  • Successfully completed background check

We provide flexible opportunities to meet your personal scheduling needs, but please know we value the opportunity to count you as our teammate. We ask our volunteers to commit to a minimum of 4 hours a week for at least 6 months.

For more information about volunteering in Olathe or Paola, email Abby Hardwick.

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