If you are a loving, caring, energetic person, why not become a valuable resource and an important part of the St. Joseph's Hospitals family? Whether you give our patients and families a little extra "TLC" or help our hospital team members behind the scenes, YOU , volunteers, from teens through seniors, make a big difference.

In the assigned four hour shifts we can match your background, skills, interests and availability with our needs at one of our four hospitals.

Volunteer Opportunities at St. Joseph's Hospital, St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital of Tampa and St. Joseph's Hospital-North.

AMBASSADOR - Serve as a greeter and escort for patients, visitors and all other guests entering the hospital.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   8am-12pm, 12-4pm and 4-8pm

BREAST CENTER/RADIOLOGY - Greet patients and assist with the registration process.
Shifts: Monday - Friday  8-11am and 11am-2pm

CHILD LIFE - Play and interact with children and maintain a clean playing environment.
Shifts:  Monday - Friday   9am-12pm and 1-4pm

COZY CART - Deliver herbal teas, warm-scented cloths and friendship.
Shifts: Monday - Saturday   6-8pm

ESCORT - Greet patients and visitors, escort them to their destinations and expedite admissions and discharges.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   9am-1pm and 1-5pm

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS - Eucharistic Ministers are trained individuals that bring the gift of Eucharist to Catholic patients.
Shifts: Daily morning hours

GIFT SHOP - Greet customers, assist customers in selection of merchandise, deliver flowers and gifts to patients' rooms and help sort and display merchandise.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   9am-1pm, 1-5pm and 4-7pm
Saturday and Sunday   10am-4pm

HIGH RISK - Visit our long term patients and provide entertainment, games, videos, books and conversation.
Shifts: Monday - Sunday   2-5pm and 5-8pm

INFORMATION DESK - Use your good people skills to greet patients and visitors, operate the computer to provide patient information and handle incoming calls.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   9am-1pm, 1-5pm, 5-8pm

PASTORAL CARE - Pastoral Care Visitors are lay individuals trained at St. Joseph's Hospital. They focus their visits on ministering and listening to patients and their families.
Shifts: Monday - Sunday   9am-7pm (flexible shifts)

PET THERAPY (Dogs Only) - Bring your special dog, after training, to interact with the patients, families and staff.
Shifts: Monday - Sunday   9-11am, 11am-2pm, 2-4pm, 4-6pm and 6-8pm

SURGERY WAITING ROOMS - Act as the liaison between families and patients.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   7:30am-12:30pm and 12:30-5:30pm

SHUTTLE - Transport patients, visitors, employees and volunteers to all areas of the hospital campus.
Shifts: Monday - Friday   8am-12:15pm and 12:15-4:30pm

What You Can Expect From Us
As an official St. Joseph's Hospitals volunteer, you will receive:

• An orientation to our hospital.
• Training and a service description specific to your volunteer assignment. 
• Flexible schedule or mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends. 
• Free TB test. 
• Free flu shots.
• Free parking in designated areas.
• Discounted meal tickets.
• Discount at the Gift Shop.
• Invitations to the Annual Appreciation Banquet and other appreciation events.
• New friendships with others who share your commitment.
• Special uniform which you purchase.

How Can I Join?
Please fill out our Volunteer Application (adults only) and e-mail the application to volunteerapplication@baycare.org.
You may volunteer at any one of our hospitals:
St. Joseph's Hospital
St. Joseph's Women's Hospital
St. Joseph's Children's Hospital of Tampa
St. Joseph's Hospital-North

Location, Phone Number & Fax Number
St. Joseph's Hospital, St. Joseph's Women's Hospital, St. Joseph's Children's Hospital of Tampa and St. Joseph's Hospital-North.
Between the Healthline building and the Medical Arts building.
(813) 870-4188
fax (813) 870-4404

What About Teen Volunteers?
The summer teen program (June 15 - August 21) is designed for teens ages 14 - 18. The minimum requirement  to receive credit for the summer program is 4 hours once a week  for a minimum of 6 weeks. A limited number of spaces are available. Returning teens will have first priority for acceptance and placement. Registration for new teen volunteers is during the month of March. Teen or parent must come to the St. Joseph's Hospital volunteer office to fill out an application, pick up a letter of recommendation and get further details. This is a very popular program and fills up quickly. No phone calls, please.

The most precious gift you give another is your time, attention and love.