Becoming a Volunteer/ Application Process

We have more than 30 areas and programs where volunteers give their time, guidance and input. The three simple steps involved in becoming a Medical City Dallas volunteer are:

Complete and submit an application

Download the appropriate application forms and complete

  • Fax to 972-566-6489
  • In person with Volunteer Services located in the Visitors Center at Medical City Dallas
  • Mail the application

Medical City Dallas
Volunteer Services Dept.
Visitor Center
7777 Forest Lane, Building A, Suite A-070
Dallas, Texas 75230

Telephone Screening/Peer Interview

After your application has been reviewed, a volunteer leader will call you to conduct a brief telephone screening/ peer interview.

If approved, an appointment will be scheduled to complete next steps in the application process

  • Complete initial paperwork and Hospital Orientation for Volunteers Authorization Forms
  • For adults and students (ages 18 and above), complete a background check
  • Health screening/ TB test
  • Review of current vaccinations (Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Seasonal Flu)
  • Badging

*Completion of these steps does not guarantee acceptance as a volunteer.

Other Requirements

Annual Requirements (during the month of March)

  • Complete Annual Common Review
    • Annual Health Screening
    • PPD (TB Test)
    • Current vaccinations (Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Seasonal Flu)
    • Review/Sign Annual Confidentiality and Security Agreement
    • Complete Emergency Contact form
    • Complete Annual Volunteer Training Competency
  • Complete any additional required education or training for volunteers

Scheduling Requirements

Shifts are Mon - Fri: 9:00am – 1:00pm and 1:00pm – 5:00pm and may vary depending on assignment.

  • Student Volunteers (High School and College)
    • Scheduled one semester at a time (Spring, Summer, Fall/Winter).
    • MUST commit to a minimum of one 4-hour shift per week, every week for the entire semester.
    • Only one absence per semester is allowed.
  • Adult Volunteers
    • Scheduled one calendar year at a time.
    • MUST commit to one 4-hour shift per week, every week.
    • Consistent attendance is required.