Training and requirements
Mayo Clinic's campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona, offer four volunteer programs:
- Adult Volunteer Program. For individuals age 18 and older who are not enrolled in school.
- High School Volunteer Program. Open to those ages 15 to 17, this eight-week program runs exclusively during the summer months of June and July.
- College Volunteer Program. For students ages 18 to 23 who are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program. This eight-week program also takes place in June and July.
- Caring Canines Program. For volunteers who work with therapy dogs.
To prepare for your role as a volunteer, you will need to:
- Participate in an interview.
- Complete an Occupational Health visit (covered by Mayo Clinic), which includes a blood test for tuberculosis and verification of vaccinations for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) and chickenpox (varicella).
- Attend a general orientation.
- Undergo one-on-one training in your assigned service area.
Requirements
Adult volunteers at Mayo Clinic must:
- Commit to serving a minimum of four hours a week.
- Fulfill a minimum service commitment of six months (100 hours) a year.
- Demonstrate dependability.
- Work effectively as part of a team.
- Be adaptable and flexible.
Nov. 01, 2024Original article: https://www.mayoclinic.org/about-mayo-clinic/volunteers/arizona/training-requirements