Clara's House offers various types of volunteer opportunities. Most opportunities require training at the clinic, e.g., on use of the patient records software and paper records and forms. An ability to use Spanish is a big plus for volunteers working directly with patients. However, translators are often available, and can be organized to be available for appointments with patients.
All volunteers must commit to regular participation to maintain familiarity with the practice. Volunteers must work at least one 6 hour shift a week or two 4 hour shifts. Of course, volunteers can take off for personal needs when necessary.
Types of volunteers needed
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Health professionals, current or retired - counselors, dietitians, nurses, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, phlebotomists, physical therapists, physician assistants, physicians, respiratory therapists, social workers, and others.
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Students planning to pursue a type of medical profession (e.g. nurse, physician, social worker).
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Volunteers to work at the front desk, greeting patients, making appointments, filing, etc.
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Volunteers to help patients with applications for assistance, outside medical billing issues, mammogram referrals, and other connections for patients between the clinic and outside the clinic.
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Basically, whatever your interest and expertise, we would very much appreciate your help!
How To become a volunteer
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Must commit to 4 hours twice a week or 8 hours once a week for six months.
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Computer skills are necessary.
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Fluent in Spanish.
All applicants are required to fill out the General Volunteer Application below. Healthcare Providers will also need to fill out the Health Provider Application.
Once your application has been submitted, our volunteer coordinator will reach out to you within 3-5 business days to schedule an interview. Interviews will be held in-person at the clinic (2700 L Street - Inside Pioneer Congregational Church).
We also require a physician-completed health form. The health form and current TB skin test (within the last 3 months) are required before beginning clinic training.
If you are a student, the campus health center often will complete the form for you.
Please submit your completed volunteer application through this website. Before you begin to volunteer you will need to submit completed health check.
Front desk and clinic staff are required to learn Practice Fusion, the electronic health record program and front office duties. After volunteers will received further training in "back office" duties.
Once you’ve completed the application we will schedule a personal interview. If accepted as a volunteer you will get your mutually agreed schedule assignment. We are grateful that you have offered your time and talent. The key to our success rests in people like you. We look forward to having you on our staff of volunteers.