Did you know that...
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Over an average month, 569.5 hours are dedicated by volunteers around the hospital.
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West Middlesex Hospital works with over 295 registered volunteers.
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Currently, volunteers are working across 46 departments in the hospital.
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This year (2011) there were a total of 93 volunteers recruited.
Our Volunteer Program
Our Volunteer program is designed to engage volunteers seven days a week; Volunteers usually work shifts of two to four hours per day and may work one or more days/evenings per week depending on scheduling needs. Assignments are determined based on skills, personality and interests.
The following are some of the volunteer opportunities available:
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Administration Volunteers
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Mulberry Centre Volunteer Fundraisers
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Library Trolley Volunteers
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PALS Volunteers
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Ward Volunteers
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Reception Meeters and Greeters
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Patient Feeding Support
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Chaplaincy Volunteer Team
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Radio West Middlesex Ward team
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Outpatients Meeters and Greeters
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Paediatrics Volunteer Team (over 18’s only)
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Accident & Emergency Support Volunteers (over 18’s only)
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Day Surgery Support Team (over 18’s only)
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Cardiac, Stroke and Diabetes Awareness Support Teams
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Patient Transport Team (non driving roles)
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Anticoagulation Support Team
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Managerial Support
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Gardening Support
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Emergency Clothing Store Support
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Seasonal Volunteers
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Volunteers also participate in Trust initiatives throughout the year.
The Volunteer Process
General Volunteers (Aged 17 and Over)
1. Complete Application
2. Participate in interview conducted by Volunteer Services
3. Undergo Occupational Health Clearance
4. Attend Local Induction prior to starting (Held once a Month)
Junior Volunteer Program (aged 15-17 years)
1. Complete Application
2. Participate in interview conducted by Volunteer Services
3. Have School Reference Form completed by Form Tutor
4. Undergo Occupational Health Clearance
5. Attend Local Induction prior to starting (held once a month)
Benefits of Volunteering
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Meal allowance on your Volunteer Day
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Volunteer of the Season Award
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Travel expenses covered where appropriate
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Participation in hospital activities
Along with these benefits some of the greatest are helping our patients and families, making friends, and exploring healthcare careers. All of the above, plus the satisfaction of a job well done will make your time at West Middlesex University Hospital worthwhile.
How to get in touch
Still interested in joining us? Then fill out the application below and return it to:
Stephen Hamilton
Voluntary Services Manager
West Middlesex University Hospital
Twickenham Road
Isleworth
Middlesex
TW7 6AF
Or for more information contact Stephen Hamilton by emailing volunteers@wmuh.nhs.uk or on 020 8321 5413 or write to him at the hospital at the address above.
If you would like to apply for work experience, please see our separate section under Working For Us.
