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Get Involved as a Volunteer
Whether you're an experienced volunteer or a student looking to explore a career in healthcare, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital–Plymouth offers meaningful opportunities to make a difference.
Volunteer Commitment
Most volunteers serve one 4-hour shift per week. Shifts are typically scheduled during the following times:
- 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
- 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Shifts are available Monday through Friday, with some weekend opportunities. Volunteer roles may involve direct patient interaction or supporting staff and operations in other areas of the hospital.
Summer and College Volunteer Programs
We accept applications for our Summer and College Volunteer Programs between January 1 and March 31 each year. If you're interested in joining us for the upcoming summer, please complete and submit the appropriate application during this window.
How To Apply
- Download the application form that best fits your background and interests.
- Complete the form and gather any required documentation.
- Email your completed application to us during the appropriate application window.
Application Forms:
- Adult Application
- College Student Application
- Junior Application
- Pastoral Application
- Summer Program Application
We look forward to welcoming you as part of our caring community of volunteers!
More About Our Volunteer Programs
BID Plymouth offers a junior volunteer program to those aged 16 to 18 years old. Participants must commit to one 4 hour shift/week for at least one high school season: Fall, Winter or Spring. Junior volunteers typically volunteer after school or on weekends. Applications are accepted year round.
Participants in the Summer at BID Plymouth Program reach out to others, serve the community and learn skills in the healthcare field. Transporting discharged patients, delivering medical records, performing errands for the lab, assisting the food service department, and delivering mail and flowers to patients are just some of what you will experience. The application deadline is March 31.
BID Plymouth offers a program for college students majoring in healthcare fields. Students are placed in areas with direct patient contact to provide hands-on experience. Students are expected to volunteer (1) shift/week from the time they are released from school in May until they go back to school in the fall. College students should plan on completing necessary paperwork and testing while they are home on winter or spring break. Applications are due by March 31.
For more information please email volunteer services or call us at 508-830-2075.
