SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PRE-MED STUDENTS
Below are some of the opportunities Pre-Med students can
participate in right now. Not only are these wonderful ways to
spend your time, they will also help you build your resume and
make connections in the area that can serve as valuable
references and resources!
The
Personal Touch Program at Palmetto Baptist Medical Center
This program allows participants to work with patients
and is a wonderful way to find out if Medical School or Nursing
is really for you. There is an application process and it
requires commitment to one four-hour time slot per week. Call
(803) 771-5570 for more information.
Areas of service include:
- Medical Telemetry Unit
- Outpatient Recovery
- 8th Medical/Neuro
- Oncology
- Outpatient Medical Oncology
- Breast Health Center
- OB/GYN
- Nursery
- Orthopedics
- 3rd Surgical
- Subacute Rehab
- PACU
- Birthplace/High Risk OB
Click here for more information.
Palmetto
Richland Memorial Hospital
This program is looking for highly motivated people who
are currently enrolled in college or vocational programs and are
seeking practical experience in their field of study. Minimum
time commitment is 6 hours per week. Benefits include portfolio,
discounts, and participation in our volunteer benefits package.
Call (803) 434-6242 for more information.
Participating disciplines
include:
- Nursing
- Administration
- Emergency Department
- Nutritional Support
- Occupational Therapy
- Outpatient Clinics
- Physical Therapy
- Radiology Services
- Respiratory Care Services
- Medical Records
- Laboratory Services
The
Volunteer Program at Palmetto Baptist Medical Center
The purpose of the Volunteer Services Department is to
develop and coordinate activities of in-service volunteers and
auxilians. There is an application process that must be completed
prior to service. Contact Faye Wilhelm (803) 296-5520 for more
information.
Areas of service include:
- Clerical
- Escorting
- Flowers & Mail
- Gift Shop
- ICU/CCU Waiting Room
- Information Desk
- Pastoral Services
- Physical Therapy
- Registration
- Surgical Waiting Room
Volunteer
Opportunities at Lexington Medical Center
The purpose of the Volunteer Services Department is to
develop and coordinate activities of in-service volunteers. There
is an application process that must be completed prior to
service. Call (803) 791-2573 for more information.
Areas of service include:
- Central Registration
- Central Supply
- Intensive Care Waiting Area
- Information Desk
Receptionists
- Mail Room
- Nursing Units
- Surgery Waiting Rooms
Providence
Hospital Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are an integral component of the day-to-day
life at Providence. They assist various hospital departments by
sharing their skills and kind spirits. Time commitments are
flexible with any amount of time greatly appreciated. Call (803)
256-5363 for more information.
Areas of service include:
- Greeting Patients
- Patient Routing
- Clerical Support
- Mail Distributing
- Flower Deliveries
- Assisting Families at the
Heart Institute
Free Medical Clinic
The clinic provides no-cost medical and pharmaceutical services to
individuals of all ages without insurance or adequate financial
resources. Call (803)765-1503 for more information. |
