The Volunteer Services Department supports the mission of Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) by developing and sustaining volunteer opportunities to engage our community. Our goal is to partner with colleagues and our community to help enhance the patient experience at LVHN through the talents contributed by our amazing volunteers.
Become a Volunteer
LVHN volunteers have an opportunity to share skills they have developed through life experience, as well as gain new skills through our diverse volunteer activities.
Do you have questions about volunteering at LVHN?
Contact our Volunteer Services Department at 610-969-2850
Volunteer Perks
Meal allowance
As a volunteer, you will receive credit towards lunch in the cafeteria before or after your volunteer shift.
Parking
We offer free parking to volunteers at LVHN locations.
LVHN Fitness
Volunteers are offered a 50 percent membership discount at our state-of-the-art LVHN Fitness locations.
Recreational activities
LVHN Recreation Committee offers discounts to various sporting events as well as to businesses in the automotive, entertainment, hotel & resort, restaurants, and retail industries.
Fulfillment
The intangible benefits of volunteering are numerous. Volunteers benefit from an improved sense of self-worth, brought about by the pride in knowing they have improved the lives of others. A sense of achievement and the fulfillment of making a difference in the community is invaluable and the rewards are far-reaching. Volunteers benefit from meeting new people, growing their skill set and gaining considerable experience.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers work in many departments in the health network. The following is a sampling of some of our assignments in most locations:
- Gift shops
- Community clinics
- Friendly visitors
- Greeters
- Pharmacy assistance
- Sterile processing
- Pet therapy program*
- Hospice**
*Pet therapy program has additional requirements. Please call 610-969-2850 for more information.
**Hospice volunteers have additional requirements. Please call 610-402-6054 for more information.