At Shore Medical Center, extraordinary care begins with meaningful human connection.
Our volunteers help create a warm, welcoming, and compassionate experience for every patient, family member, and visitor who enters our hospital. Whether offering guidance, providing comfort at the bedside, assisting guests, or supporting hospital teams behind the scenes, volunteers play an important role in delivering the personalized experience that defines Shore Medical Center.
Volunteering is more than service, it is an opportunity to inspire comfort, build connections, and positively impact the lives of others during some of life’s most important moments. In return, volunteers enjoy a sense of purpose, lasting friendships, personal enrichment, and the satisfaction of being part of a team dedicated to excellence in care and hospitality.
We welcome caring individuals from all backgrounds, including students, retirees, healthcare professionals, and community leaders who are passionate about serving others with kindness, professionalism, and compassion.
Flexible volunteer opportunities are available throughout the hospital in both patient and non-patient settings, allowing you to share your time and talents in a way that fits your lifestyle and interests.
Join us in creating an experience where every interaction matters and every act of kindness leaves a lasting impression.
Click here to download our volunteer application, or email Lisa DiTroia, Director of Volunteers, at lditroia@shoremedicalcenter.org. Be sure to include your name, area of interest and phone number. You may call our Volunteer Office at 609.653.3543 to learn more.
- Volunteer Opportunities at Shore Medical Center
Make an Impact. Create Connections. Serve Your Community.
Volunteers are an important part of the patient and visitor experience at Shore Medical Center. Whether you are welcoming guests, supporting patients and families, or assisting behind the scenes, your time and compassion help create a safe, caring, and positive environment throughout the hospital.We offer meaningful volunteer opportunities for adults and college students who are passionate about helping others, gaining experience, and making a difference in our community.
Volunteer Opportunities Include:
- Guest Services & Information Desk Volunteers - Welcome patients and visitors, provide directions, and help create a friendly first impression throughout the hospital.
- Patient Experience (GPS) Volunteers - Assist patients and visitors by helping them navigate the medical center and providing compassionate support during their visit.
- Operating Room Liaison Volunteers - Support families during surgical procedures by providing updates, comfort, and guidance throughout the process.
- Emergency Department Volunteers - Assist staff and help enhance the experience for patients and families in a fast-paced care environment.
- Mobility Assistance Volunteers - Work alongside clinical staff to help patients safely transition between beds and chairs and provide walking assistance to encourage mobility, comfort, and independence during their hospital stay.
- Gift Shop & Thrift Shop Volunteers - Support fundraising efforts that benefit hospital programs and services while creating a welcoming shopping experience for the community.
- Professional & Student Pathway Opportunities - Ideal for college students and individuals exploring careers in healthcare, hospitality, communications, and community service.
Whether you can volunteer weekly, seasonally, or around your academic schedule, we welcome individuals who are dependable, compassionate, and committed to service.
- Junior Volunteer Summer Program
Shore Medical Center offers a junior volunteer program for students who are at least 16 years of age. All positions for Summer 2026 have been filled.- NextGen Med Junior Volunteer program
Shore Medical Center's NextGen Med program is designed for high school students to gain exposure to diverse careers in healthcare- from medicine and nursing to public health, biotech, and therapy.
Through real-world experiences and guidance from experts in the field, students will gain valuable insight and have opportunities to interact directly with healthcare professionals across a wide range of specialties.
This volunteer-based program is focused on building the next generation of compassionate, skilled, and innovative healthcare professionals.
Meetings will be held every first Wednesday of the month starting Wednesday, October 7, 2026 from 5pm – 7pm through May 5, 2027 at Shore Medical Center.
Each month a new speaker and topic will be presented. Every student who attends is eligible to receive volunteer hour credits of two hours for each session they attend. It is not mandatory to attend every month but it is highly suggested to become more aware of the many opportunities in healthcare.
Meetings will be held in DiOrio Hall. Students are invited to bring a drink and small snack to the meeting.CLICK HERE to download an information flyer.
For more information, please contact the Volunteer Office at 609-653-3543 or email lditroia@shoremedicalcenter.org.
