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Volunteer Opportunities

At Mercy, volunteers are ambassadors of goodwill – serving staff, patients and visitors in many direct and indirect ways to enhance the quality of health care we provide.

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the Mercy organization and responsibilities may include patient interaction or non-patient care related duties. Ongoing roles for Mercy volunteers include, but are not limited to, the following*:

  • Wayfinding
  • Patient comfort and companionship
  • Clerical or business-related services
  • Hospitality services
  • Pet therapy services
  • Leadership/advisory council services
  • Other humanitarian, charitable or public services

If you have a unique talent or are interested in pursuing one of these opportunities, please contact Mercy's Volunteer Services Department or click here to learn more about becoming a volunteer.

*Not all opportunities are available at all times. Volunteer placement is dependent upon the needs of each unit/department.

QUICK INFO

Volunteer Services
Mercy Medical Center – Des Moines
1111 Sixth Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314-2611

Phone: (515) 247-3246
Fax: (515) 643-2859