Volunteer Opportunities

Bigger Team, Bigger Impact

By volunteering at Gennesaret Free Clinics, you have the opportunity to join this amazing family of passionate, engaged citizens. You will be making a real difference in your city. We’re always looking for motivated people seeking to improve the lives of those around them!  

 

Our clinics are judgement-free spaces. We know the only way to build authentic relationships with our community is to provide dignified and respectful care. If our mission, vision, and values excite you, submit an application to become a part of our volunteer community! We treasure our volunteers and know that our mission is only possible due to their hard work and commitment! 

All with a desire to serve are welcome!

As a reminder, we accept medical and non-medical volunteers! We are looking anyone with a passion to give back!

 

To get started in your volunteer application process, please complete the Volunteer Interest Form. Whether you are a new volunteer or have been volunteering with GFC since 1988, we will help you find the right shifts for your schedule, and make sure you are trained and ready to go!

Volunteer Opportunities

NURSE

NURSE

Responsible for patient intake, including vitals, detailed history, and history of presenting illness

Additional general screening to assess and share services outside their chief complaint

Must have an active registered nursing license

PHARMACIST

PHARMACIST

Properly dispense medications prescribed by clinicians

Educate patients about their medication(s), how they work, and how to take them properly (possibly with a translator)

Must have an active pharmacist (PharmD) license without restrictions in Indiana

MEDICAL PROVIDER

MEDICAL PROVIDER

Correctly assess patients with presenting condition(s)

Ddevelop a plan of care based on current best practice

Have an active Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine license, without restrictions, in Indiana

MOBILE CLINIC STAFF

MEDICAL CLINIC STAFF

Help the Mobile Medical Unit provide healthcare on the streets of Indianapolis!

Multiple roles are open to volunteer opportunities, including:

Nurse
Medical Provider
Language Translator
Mobile Clinic Driver

DENTAL ASSISTANT

DENTAL ASSISTANT

Set up dental exam tables, assist during cleanings and fillings and hold dental instruments like suction tubs and mirrors while the Dentist works

Distribute dental hygiene kits to patients and educate patients about their dental health

Active certification in Dental Assisting

DENTIST

DENTIST

Meet with patients, assess their dental health and perform standard dental procedures

Diagnose and educate patients about conditions affecting their teeth, gums, or related parts of the mouth

Must have an active Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) license, without restrictions, in the state of Indiana

DENTAL HYGIENIST

DENTAL HYGIENIST

Assess patients’ oral health and report findings, as well as remove tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth

Take and develop dental x-rays

Must have a degree in Dental Hygiene and an active license without restrictions in Indiana

RECEPTIONIST

RECEPTIONIST

Greet patients, administer intake paperwork, and register new patients (possibly with a translator)

Schedule patients for appointments and follow-up appointments 

Must be eager to learn how to use our electronic medical records (EMR) system

TRANSLATOR

LANGUAGE TRANSALTOR

Fluent in Spanish or Haitian Creole a major plus

Responsible for accurate communication between non-English speaking patients and clinical staff (must be able to translate medical terminology). You will serve as an advocate for patients who face language barriers!

TRADESPERSON + LANDSCAPERS

TRADESPERSON + LANDSCAPERS

Tradespeople are always welcome to help with upkeep and beautification of GFC Health Recovery Homes! These positions include, but are not limited to: Electricians, Carpenters, Plasterers, Painters, Plumbers, Masons, Roofers, and professional and amateur Landscapers

Snow removal in the winter

ONE-TIME + SPECIAL EVENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS

Perfect for large groups!

Personnel for hygiene kit assembly or other miscellaneous patient outreach strategies, including volunteering to assist in Community Outreach Days

Personnel for clothing drives, medical supply drives, or administrative work

MEDICAL STUDENT

MEDICAL STUDENT

1st and 2nd year students are responsible for greeting patients and scheduling patient appointments and referrals

3rd and 4th year students are responsible for patient intake, including vitals, history, and history of presenting illness, as well as electronic medical records (EMR) documentation and point-of-care testing

NOT SURE HOW TO GET INVOLVED?

Maybe you want to be involved but are unsure how you could best lend your time. Maybe you have a skill that can serve your community but are unsure how that skill could fit within Gennesaret's Volunteer Program or Mission. We get that! Let's chat about it!

Please leave a detailed message so we can best find a volunteer role that is suitable for you.
If our Volunteer Coordinator feels you are a good candidate for a volunteer role, they will contact you to set up an initial meeting.

Volunteer Testimonial

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    Ellen
    Volunteer Nurse

    “I love volunteering my time with Gennesaret! The resources we provide help mitigate the growing disparities healthcare. Gennesaret not only provides immediate medical care, but targets upstream factors preventing future complications. Being a part of this work is extremely fulfilling.”