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Volunteering at Sibley Memorial Hospital

Sibley volunteers

When you use your time and talents in service to others, you make an impact that touches lives, including your own. As a Volunteer at Sibley, you’ll meet new people, make lasting memories, and learn to appreciate all that you have, and all that you have to offer.

Why volunteer at Sibley? The answers vary. Some Volunteers have been patients or have had family members who were patients here. They deeply appreciate the level of care they received, and they want to give back as a way of showing their gratitude. Others simply enjoy taking care of people and making a difference. We also have Volunteers who are interested in pursuing healthcare careers and want to learn more about our environment. If you are friendly, open and caring, you may be an ideal candidate for our Volunteer team. 

You’ll enjoy working in our exceptional atmosphere with caring, supportive team members. You’ll also find that the warmth and gratitude of our patients and staff will enrich your life and fill you with a sense of pride for contributing to the health and wellbeing of others.

Volunteer Opportunities

Sibley volunteers

Opportunities include (but are not limited to):

  • Animal-Assisted Therapy
  • Emergency Department 
  • Gift Shop
  • Information Desk
  • Medical-Surgical Units 
  • Oncology Services
  • Surgical Reception

Openings may be available in other areas of the hospital; enrollment is based on hospital need.

Volunteer Requirements

Sibley volunteers

Being a volunteer at Sibley Memorial Hospital requires a positive attitude and a desire to serve others. A commitment to patient care must come first, and dedication to high-quality customer service is a must. Volunteers may begin any time of the year. Orientations for new volunteers are held frequently and include an overview of Sibley Memorial Hospital and volunteer roles/duties.

All applicants must:

  • Be at least 15 years old
  • Commit to a minimum of 1 year of volunteering
  • Complete an application and all onboarding requirements (including medical clearances)
  • Attend orientation
  • Note: Should you be accepted for placement, a background application and drug screening will be required for those persons age 18 and older

Interested in Volunteering?

General Applications: Sibley Memorial Hospital is currently accepting new applications for select areas. Please note there are only weekday opportunities available at this time during the following shifts: 8am-12pm,12-4pm, 4-8pm. If you are interested in applying, please visit our applications here.

Animal-Assisted Therapy Applications: Sibley Memorial Hospital is thrilled to be accepting new pet therapy teams. Our volunteers in this program bring their trained and certified therapy dogs to our hospital to offer patients and team members positive interactions that promote emotional and mental well-being during vulnerable times. Typical visits include providing snuggles to our Patient Care Units, Emergency Department, Administrative areas and more. If you are interested in joining as a pet therapy team, please visit our applications here.

Observer Applications: If you are considering a career in healthcare, becoming an observer of medical care at Johns Hopkins Medicine may be of interest. An observership is an educational experience that allows you to shadow a member of the medical staff or workforce (sponsor) and learn more about the field. Learn more about our Observer program and how to apply here.

For any questions, please contact us at [email protected].