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Becoming a Volunteer

What are the steps to becoming a volunteer?

1. Submit a completed Application for Volunteer Service.
2. Attend a placement interview with a Volunteer Services staff member to:
   • confirm your availability and the level of commitment you are able to make;
   • outline your skills and interests;
   • review volunteer position opportunities and requirements;
   • establish a suitable volunteer placement.
3. Attend a general volunteer orientation session.
4. Complete specific training for your placement area with an experienced volunteer and/or staff.

Requirements

Commitment - Most volunteer positions require a time commitment of one shift per week for a minimum period of four months, however some short-term positions are available.

Confidentiality Agreement - All volunteers are required to sign The Ottawa Hospital's Confidentiality Agreement and comply with The Ottawa Hospital Confidentiality and Privacy Policy.

Police Reference Check - Police Records Checks are required by all those applying to volunteer at TOH, high school students excepted.

References - You will be asked to provide two references.

TB Testing - Volunteers are required to comply with The Ottawa Hospital's tuberculosis testing policy.

Uniform - You will be required to wear a uniform and Hospital Photo ID Card while on duty.

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