We are excited to announce that not only can you volunteer with us virtually, but we offer opportunities on patient care units, in non-contact assignments, as well as in key hospital areas. Plus, with several health centers located all over the Houston area, we have volunteer opportunities near you. You can also donate your time and talents to special projects or special events.
There are four types of volunteer opportunities: Patient Experience, Clinical Support, Support Services and Administrative. Areas listed are examples of possible placements.
Administrative: pharmacy, human resources, health information management, lab
Clinical Support: unit volunteer, emergency center, nursery
Patient Experience: floor host, hospitality desk, patient customer relations
Support Services: biomed, radiology, physical therapy, pathology
Learn more about our volunteer programs:
Special Project Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers assist with special events throughout the year such as blood drives, health fairs, holiday initiatives and single day activities. Special project activities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Knitting, crocheting and/or sewing hats, blankets and other patient amenities
- Coordinating toiletry/magazine/book drives
- Helping to facilitate holiday events
- Providing pleasant diversions in the form of craft activities for hospitalized patients
To participate as a special project volunteer, call 713-873-3305.
The Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) empowers Harris Health System patients and families to partner with staff and administration to ensure patients receive the best care and outcomes, as well as an experience that exceeds their expectations.
Our councils meet monthly with hospital executive administration to provide input into Harris Health facility plans, policies and procedures.
If you are a recent patient of Ben Taub or Lyndon B. Johnson hospitals and would like to learn more about joining our councils, call 713-873-2808 or
apply.