DMC Service League
Who We Are
A vital part of the healthcare team here at Doctors Medical Center, the DMC Service League is open to men and women from the local area. They might choose from a variety of areas of service, from direct patient contact to helping behind the scenes. Being a volunteer at Doctors Medical Center is rewarding not only for the volunteer, but also the patients and staff.
A sampling of the opportunities for service are:
- Information Desk
- Admitting
- Cancer Center
- Gift Shop
- Medical Floors
Our Service League is committed to supporting the hospital's goal of maintaining our status as an excellent hospital, and are a part of the team 7 days a week. As a volunteer you will receive training, support and satisfaction in knowing you are making a difference.
Our Accomplishments
In this last year alone, our Service League has donated over 28,000 hours of time, allowing us to provide such services and gifts as:
- Scholarships: $1,000 scholarships annually to deserving students in the medical or healthcare field
- Hospital Equipment: Purchase of wheelchairs
- Community Service: Assistance with monthly blood drives and blood pressure screenings
- Community Service: Assistance with the quarterly Prostate Program, which offers prostate screenings to low-income and uninsured men
- Fundraising: Manangement of the hospital gift shop
- Customer Service: Ensuring a positive hospital experience by greeting and directing visitors to the proper departments
How to Become a Volunteer
Whatever your reason for volunteering, you will find it a very satisfying activity. Your contribution will be both needed and appreciated, and additionally, you will make great new friends!
To apply, complete the DMC Service League Application or call 510-970-5334 to request that an application be mailed to your home.
Scholarships for Students:
Each year the Service League offers Carol Welsh Memorial Scholarships to deserving students pursuing training in the medical or healthcare field. The 2010 Scholarship Application was due March 1, 2010. Applications for the 2011 scholarship will be available in late 2010.
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