Ophthalmology Ambassador

Organization Details
Organization Name: Misericordia Health Centre
Address: 99 Cornish Avenue
Winnipeg MB  R3C 1A2
Website: http://www.misericordia.mb.ca
Organizational Description: Misericordia Health Centre is a leading provider of diverse health-care services within the Winnipeg Health Region specializing in a unique out-patient programs as well as care designed to meet the needs of an aging population.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5143
   
Description of Duties:

Escort patients to their assigned treatment rooms.


Act as a liaison between staff and patients, e.g. deliver messages for unit staff, make inquiries on behalf of patients


Provide personal, friendly services to patients and assist staff with patient flow.

   
Skills Required:

Positive and confident attitude.


Patience, tolerance and empathy.


Enthusiastic learner.


Team Player with the ability to work with minimal supervision.


Physical ability to stand, walk for long periods of time when needed.


   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

Patient care.


Experience in a health care setting.


Good experience for those wanting to enter the health care field.

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Daytime
Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? No
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Are able to attend with a support person
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply: Online: app.betterimpact.com/Application?OrganizationGuid=5c097d8e-1cd7-4521-8ed0-a22fc0a6aada&ApplicationFormNumber=1
Closing Date: Jul 31, 2024