VolunTeen Program at Wellstar Douglas Medical Center

Volunteering is a fun activity, with lots of hospital exposure. However, it is also a serious commitment. VolunTeens provide hundreds of hours of valuable service to our patients, visitors and team members. Wellstar Douglas Medical Center offers volunteer opportunities in a variety of settings, including, but not limited to, customer service, clinical and non-clinical departments, patient transport and wayfinding.

The VolunTeen program is for high school students aged 15-18 interested in a career in healthcare. Please note that the teen program is competitive. We offer limited spots to the most qualified applicants. The selection process requires a 15-minute interview, which will occur in April or early May. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive a formal email with all pertinent details. If accepted into the program, you must attend a 2-hour mandatory orientation session and complete all remaining required paperwork. We will offer two evening orientation date options to choose from to aid in your busy schedules from school. A parent will be required to attend with you as the first ten minutes will address frequently asked parent questions and ensure they have signed additional documents.

2025 Program Dates

June 2nd - July 28th, 2025

Becoming a Wellstar VolunTeen

1. Complete the online application.
2. Submit a copy of your immunization records to include MMR, DPT, Varicella and COVID vaccinations.
3. Have your school counselor complete and sign the School Records Release.

Required documentation (immunization records, and School Records Release) can be submitted by email or USPS mail.

Contact: Pam Shields
Email: [email protected]
Wellstar Douglas Medical Center
ATTN: Volunteer Services
8954 Hospital Drive
Douglasville, GA 30134

Application Deadline

March 31st, 2025

Applications and all required documents must be submitted by March 31st. Any documents not submitted by this deadline will be omitted from the process, no exceptions.

Due to the limited number of positions in this program, not all applicants will be accepted. The selection criteria include receipt of a completed application and required documentation, ability to make required time commitment, previous volunteer or community service experience, GPA, student leadership positions, communication skills, and interest in a career in the healthcare field.

Applicants must be able to participate in the entire eight-week session, volunteering for one four-hour shift per week. Available shifts are Monday through Friday, morning and afternoon. Please consider whether volunteering will fit your schedule or other commitments. By submitting your completed application, you are agreeing to the program requirements.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Wellstar Douglas VolunTeen. We look forward to reviewing your application.