Grateful Patient Program
Say Thank You - Recognize the Care that Made a Difference
For every peak, valley, and plateau. For every mishap and every adventure. For every Montanan in every season of life, Bozeman Health is here to deliver care with quality, compassion, and respect. Because we see you as more than the patient you are today. We look to what’s on the horizon for you and our community, over the decades to come. That is our unwavering commitment to our community.
Patients and their loved ones who received exceptional health care and life-changing medical treatment often ask if there is something they can do to thank their caregivers. We invite you to share your gratitude and say “thank you” to your care team who played, or continue to play, a significant role in your healing journey. By taking part in this program, you have many opportunities to express your gratefulness and extend this gratitude to members of your care team.
Ways to Give Back
Volunteer at Bozeman Health
Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Bozeman Health!
If you’re looking to give back to the communities we live in and serve through volunteering in a professional health care setting, then you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to help patients find their way, deliver smiles and encouragement, cuddle our smallest patients or make a visit special through our animal therapy program – we look forward to welcoming you to the Volunteer Team!
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center
A Few Tips to Maximize Your Volunteer Experience
- Know your work and activity schedule! Be realistic about your other commitments. Treat this experience as you would a job.
- You will gain what you put into this volunteer experience. The more initiative you show, the more responsibilities and experience you will gain.
- Stay receptive to feedback, show respect, communicate effectively, and work well with others.
What You Agree To
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- Complete a phone interview.
- Commit to volunteering a minimum of 60 hours within four months. Usually this consists of one four-hour shift per week for four months.
- Undergo a criminal background check
- Compliance with strict confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
- We do not accept applications for court ordered community service.
- Enjoy your volunteer experience! We want this to be an enjoyable experience for you.
Cancer Center Champion
Volunteers make a difference by providing comfort to cancer patients undergoing treatments. Tasks include providing patients with food, beverages, warm blankets, a warm greeting, and cleaning patient care areas.
Ideal for someone who enjoys caring for people, is empathetic, a good listener, enjoys being on their feet, and can roll up their sleeves for cleaning tasks and stocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are M – F, 9 AM – 12:30 PM and Noon – 3:30 PM
Cuddler in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Volunteers cuddle babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). When there are no babies to cuddle, volunteers assist cleaning, restocking, and NICU access.
Ideal for the gentle, nurturing, and patient person who adores babies and doesn’t mind sitting for long periods of time.
Jewelry, fake nails, nail art, and nail polish is prohibited.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM – Noon, Noon – 4 PM , & 6 – 10 PM
Emergency Department Reinforcement
Volunteers provide comfort and non-medical services for patients and their visitors in the emergency department. Volunteers also assist with room turnover and restocking supplies.
Ideal for someone who thrives in a setting where anything can happen. The ED is unpredictable. It can be incredibly quiet or organized chaos. Not for the squeamish types. This volunteer takes initiative, is detail-oriented, enjoys the unknown, can turn over rooms and assist with restocking supplies.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM – Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 4 – 8 PM / 8 – Midnight
Family Birth Center Guest Relations
This is a high security area. Volunteers act as gate-keepers, greeting and verifying patient and visitor information. They will also answer phones and any patient and/or visitor questions.
Ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, enjoys a quiet setting, and doesn’t mind sitting for long periods of time.
Volunteer shifts are seven days a week, 8 AM – Noon / Noon – 4 PM / 4 – 8 PM
Information Desk Director
Volunteers make a lasting impression for those who enter Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital by greeting guests, assisting with directions, answering visitor questions, and brightening a patient’s day with a flower or mail delivery.
Ideal for someone who enjoys people, great with maps and directions, being on their feet, walking, and has no issues with stairs.
Volunteer shifts are M – F, 8 AM – Noon / Noon – 4 PM
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Hillcrest Senior Living.
Volunteer Opportunities with Limited Requirements
These opportunities are great for someone who cannot commit to the initial 60-hour requirement. These opportunities do require your commitment twice a month.
We will provide you with the required immunizations and lab work at no cost.
Perioperative Command Center
Volunteers give support to families and friends waiting for patients in surgery and serve as a liaison between families, surgical staff, and physicians.
Ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, empathetic, a good listener, and can take charge.
Volunteer shifts are M – F, 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM (Volunteer chooses a 4-hour time block)
Big Sky Medical Center
Support our Big Sky patients through various tasks. Tasks will vary for each volunteer shift and might include any of the following:
- Supporting the Emergency Department with supply restocking and patient room turnover
- Supporting vaccination clinics
- Clerical tasks
- Social engagement with patients
Ideal for the person that enjoys a variety of activities, is detail-oriented, can take initiative and enjoys the unknown.
Volunteer shifts are Monday – Saturday 8 AM – Noon and Noon – 4 PM
Surgical Unit Standout
Volunteers provide comfort and non-medical services for patients and their visitors. Volunteers provide a warm greeting to in-patients while tidying up rooms, room turnover and restocking supplies in both the Surgical Unit and Spine and Joint Institute.
Ideal for someone who enjoys being on their feet. seeing a task through to completion and is comfortable going into a patient’s room while they are recovering. This volunteer takes initiative, is detail oriented and supports staff by making sure both units are clean and fully restocked.
Volunteer shifts are M – Sat, 8 AM – Noon / 4-8 PM
Volunteer Opportunities at Bozeman Health Hillcrest Senior Living
Meal Host
Volunteers check residents in and serve as meal hosts during lunch and dinner. They assist with drinks and other tasks as needed. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in an assisted living setting while helping others and making life long connections.
Ideal for someone who enjoys being on their feet, likes a routine, and doesn’t mind getting their hands a bit dirty.
Volunteer shifts are M – F, 11 AM – 2 PM / 4 – 7 PM
Road To Recovery®
What’s often standing between people with cancer and lifesaving treatment is a ride to get there. The partnership between Bozeman Health and American Cancer Society is to help cancer patients (that are unable to transport themselves) with transportation to and from their appointments.
You can change someone’s life in as little as one hour a week by ensuring a ride is available, so care isn’t stopped or delayed. If you own or have regular access to a safe, reliable vehicle, then you’re already on the road to volunteering. Find out more here.
Do not complete the volunteer application.
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Volunteer teams of person and animal provide emotional support to patients, visitors, and staff at Bozeman Health care sites.
This requires registration through an accredited therapy animal program.
Spiritual Health
Volunteers assist our Spiritual Health team with patient centered initiatives and/or perform specific tasks based on religious affiliation.
