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STUDENT PROGRAMS

We are very grateful for the local college and high school students who choose to serve at Enloe.  These are students who are interested in the medical field and want more experience in the environment. 

WHAT IS THE COLLEGE STUDENT PROGRAM?

The College Student Volunteer Program at Enloe Medical Center gives local college students the opportunity to gain experience in a hospital environment and serve their community simultaneously.  This semester-long program places students at various nursing units within the medical center to assist staff, patients and visitors.  Applications for the college student program are available by downloading a PDF Version, email or by calling the Volunteer Services Office at (530) 332-4575. 

*Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted or considered for the program.

Completed applications include:

*The Spring 2012 semester program has been cancelled due to the opening of the new patient care tower opening in early 2012. Students interested in volunteering at Enloe Medical Center are encouraged to apply for the summer 2012 program.

*Applications for the summer 2012 program are due May 4 , 2012 at 5pm to the Volunteer Services office located at 249 W. 6th Avenue. You must be available from the end of May through the beginning of August.

WHAT DO COLLEGE VOLUNTEERS DO?

These students typically work a 3-4 hour shift once a week.  Most students volunteer in a Nursing Unit Support capacity working directly with hospital staff.  These volunteers have a high level of clinical environment exposure, moderate patient contact and moderate public contact.  The following placements are available to college students:

NURSING UNIT SUPPORT
Create a welcoming and caring environment that is responsive to the needs of community members and staff.

  • Children's Center
  • Mother Baby Care Center
  • Definitive Care Unit
  • Infusion Therapy
  • Accupuncture Clinic

CLINICAL OBSERVATION HOURS FOR PT, OT, ST:

Students seeking clinical observation hours in Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy are welcome to participate in an observation only program at Enloe Rehabilitation Center. Any student who needs inpatient or outpatient hours in order to apply to a Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Therapy academic program is encouraged to contact Brenda Logan, Rehab Therapy Manager.

Brenda Logan
340 W. East Avenue
Chico, CA 95926
brenda.logan@enloe.org
(530) 332-6157

*A TB clearance is required and a copy of a photo i.d. will be needed on your first day. Professional dress is required.

 

WHAT IS THE JUNIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM?

The Junior Volunteer Program at Enloe Medical Center gives high school students the opportunity to work in a healthcare environment.  This program is designed to be both an educational and enriching experience for local students. Benefits to this program include leadership opportunities, skill training, letters of recommendation, leadership experience, Presidential Service Awards and more.

WHO ARE JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS?

Junior Volunteers are young adults who are enthusiastic about volunteering their time to the community.  Under the direction of hospital staff, Junior Volunteers serve in several capacities: staffing the gift shop, delivering flowers, running errands for various departments, escorting visitors to their destination, performing clerical support and assisting with special events for the medical center. 

WHO CAN BECOME A JUNIOR VOLUNTEER?

Any high school student between the ages of 15 and 18 may apply to the Junior Volunteer Program.  Applicants must be available to volunteer the entire service year - January to December or July to June. Applicants must be available at least 6 weeks out of the summer to volunteer.  The number of students accepted into the program will vary each year based on demand.

HOW TO APPLY?

Applications are accepted twice a year, once in the fall for Winter Intake Period and once in the spring for Summer Intake Period.  A downloadable PDF version of the Junior Volunteer application is available.  Applications are due April 20, 2012 at 5 p.m. to the Volunteer Services Office located at 249 W. 6th Avenue for Summer Intake. 

* Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. 

After your application is submitted you will be scheduled for an interview with our volunteer panel.  If accepted into the program the volunteers will attend an orientation where program guidelines and required regulatory information, such as health, safety and privacy policies are presented.

WHAT DO I HAVE TO COMMIT?

Junior Volunteers are required to work a 2 hour weekly shift during the service year.  This gives the volunteer a total of 100 service hours.  These hours also include several mandatory trainings throughout the school year. 

WHEN DOES THE JUNIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM START?

Volunteers accepted into the program during Winter Intake begin volunteering in December. Volunteers accepted into the program during Summer Intake begin volunteering in June.

 

 

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