Volunteering at Indiana University Health

Indiana University Health volunteers are one of our most valued resources. Volunteers bring our patients and their families comfort and aid throughout hospital visits and the healing process. We currently have over 1,300 volunteers who give their time, talents and skill to IU Health facilities, patients and families statewide. We offer various types of service opportunities, allowing potential volunteers to devote time in an area that interests he/she within our volunteer services. To learn how you can volunteer, please visit a site below to learn about our statewide opportunities.

Volunteer Locations

IU Health Bloomington IU Health Saxony
IU Health Methodist IU Health Tipton
IU Health North IU Health University
IU Health Riley  

For more information or to receive an application please visit a location listed above. To speak to a member of the IU Health Volunteer Services team please call, 317.944.SERV (7378).

When an application is received, applicants are personally interviewed and background checks are conducted.Pending results, applicants are invited to attend an evening or weekend orientation. Following the orientation, volunteers are given their assignment and start date. Approval processes differ per location.

Who can volunteer?

  • You must be at least 18 years old, if applying during the school year.
  • The Teen Summer of Service program accepts volunteers 14-19 years of age.
  • College students and adults of all ages.
  • Anyone with a desire to volunteer in a healthcare environment, including active working adults, retirees, and senior citizens.

Do I need special skills to be a volunteer?

  • Some opportunities require specialized skills; others do not.
  • We welcome volunteers of varying abilities; if you have skills that you feel would benefit our program, we encourage you to apply today.

When are volunteers needed?

  • Seven days a week some opportunities are available as early as 6 am or as late as 10 pm.

How long is the volunteer commitment?

  • Some opportunities are available as early as 6 am or as late as 10 pm. For many of our programs we require a commitment of 33 hours over a three month period.

Can I choose the IU Health facility I prefer?

  • Facility assignments are based on volunteer preference and availability.

Will I receive training?

  • Yes, trained personnel will orient, educate, and train you for your assignment.

To get started or obtain more information

For more information or to receive an application please visit a location listed above. To speak to a member of the IU Health Volunteer Services team please call, 317.944.SERV (7378).

When an application is received, applicants are personally interviewed and background checks are conducted.Pending results, applicants are invited to attend an evening or weekend orientation. Following the orientation, volunteers are given their assignment and start date. Approval processes differ per location.