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BECOME A VOLUNTEER
Volunteers at St. Martin’s Healthcare are the heart and soul of our clinic. Very simply put, St. Martin’s Healthcare could not provide the care and many services without our volunteer team. The clinic is thankful for every volunteer who gives their time and unique talents to improve the health of our patients and communities.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Events
Assist with mailings for fundraising events and appeal campaign. Assist development and marketing staff with events including planning, securing sponsorships and donations, set-up, day of event needs and closing of event. Attention to detail ensuring that the duties or event are completed the way intended by staff.
Requirements:
Must be professional
Clear communication when interacting with donors and attendees
Dental Hygenist
LDH Certification
Include providing clinical oral hygiene services including dental prophylaxis, scaling and root planning, and fluoride application as well as oral health education and appropriate individual counseling. Hygienist may also perform independent procedures as delegated and directed by dental clinic director in accordance with state regulation and law and dental clinic directives and protocol
Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school of dental hygiene
License to practice hygiene in the state of Indiana
Current CPR (BLS) certification
Nurse Practitioner
Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Include medical treatment of patients, the performance of physical examinations, including the ordering and preliminary interpretation of diagnostic studies including
laboratory, diagnostic imaging and electrocardiographic examinations as shall normally be considered part of general medicine. The administration of medications and the performance of treatments shall normally be considered part of general medicine.
Requirements:
Completion with certification of practitioner
Completion of physician assistant program
Current Indiana license and CSR
Current CPR Certification
Optometrist
OD
Perform primary eye care examinations including refractory; diagnose vision problems, injuries and eye diseases; test visual acuity, depth and color perception; diagnose systemic conditions related to chronic disease such as diabetes and hypertension; Administer topical
ocular drugs for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited school or college of optometry
Valid state license to practice optometry
Appropriate certification by a state board of optometry when applicable
Clerical Support
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Enter information into the computer and/or databases for our office and development staff such as donor information, donations, volunteers, patient demographics.
Requirements:
Basic computer skills
Working knowledge of excel and word.
Attention to detail
Dental Assistant
High School Diploma or GED
Include assisting patients in resolving minor difficulties, answering questions and giving directions to patients as authorized by dentist or dental hygienist. Serve as dentist’s or hygienist’s chairside assistant. Assisting in the maintenance of dental clinic equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s directions and dental clinic policy and procedures, and with regard to infection control, exposure control and universal precautions. Exposing and developing dental radiographs. Performing independent procedures as delegated and directed by dental clinic
Requirements:
Certified Dental Assistant preferred
Dental radiology license for the state of Indiana
Current CPR (BLS) certification
Physician
MD or DO
Include medical treatment of patients, the performance of physical examinations, including the ordering and preliminary interpretation of diagnostic studies including
laboratory, diagnostic imaging and electrocardiographic examinations as shall normally be considered part of general medicine. The administration of medications and the performance of treatments shall normally be considered part of general medicine.
Requirements:
MD or DO
Completion of an ACGME or AOA approved post-graduate internship program
Current license to practice with CSR
Current CPR Certification
Dentist
DDS or DMD
Include the examination and treatment of patients as shall be normally considered part of general dentistry. Such privileges include the ordering and interpretation of diagnostic imaging, diagnosis of oral diseases and conditions and treatment planning. Treatment provided may include local anesthesia, exodontia, tooth restoration, palliative relief from severe pain, and the ordering of medications.
Requirements:
DDS or DMD
Graduation from an accredited dental school
License to practice dentistry in the state of Indiana
Current CSR registration
Current CRP (BLS) certification
Nurse
LPN, RN, CMA, CNA
General clinical nursing duties including triaging patient complaints, assessing complaints, obtaining vital signs, dispensing medications, educating patients regarding
illnesses, medications and other medical questions, giving injections, assisting provider with procedures performed in the clinic.
Requirements:
Successful completion of an accredited Nursing Program
(RN, LPN), medical assistant program
Current Indiana license
Current CPR Certification
Pharmacy Tech
Experience & Certification Preferred
Properly prepares medications ordered by practitioners, advises practitioners and patients on appropriate use of medical prescriptions, and teaching patients how to take the medication. They may also assist in the supervision of the medication room, preparing and implementing policies and procedures under the Medical Director’s extension of
practice.
Requirements:
Completion of an approved post-graduate pharmacy training
Current Indiana license
APPLY FOR A POSITION
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Students enrolled in a healthcare profession study may find meaningful, hands-on clinical experiences in the delivery of community-based healthcare and non-profit administration at St. Martin’s Healthcare. Typically, students major in pre medicine, pre-dental, pharmacy, public health, nursing, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other health related fields of study. Non-medical internships may be available in development, marketing and communications.
Internships at St. Martin’s are limited and highly sought after. Students and colleges are encouraged to contact the clinic early to discuss what opportunities may be available, hours or experience needed and school requirements. Internships are available for fall, winter/spring and summer terms.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW MUCH TIME IS REQUIRED TO VOLUNTEER?
To operate the clinic as smoothly as possible and for patient continuity of care, we ask that volunteers commit to 4-hour shifts. Volunteers are asked to consider volunteering weekly or every other week. St. Martin’s is always in need of providers. Most shifts are 4-hour time periods, and we greatly appreciate the hours you can give. All hours our volunteers put in are truly valued.
IS THERE MALPRACTICE COVERAGE?
St. Martin’s Healthcare is a deemed free clinic eligible for liability coverage under the FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act) program. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) extended the eligibility for FTCA liability protections for the performance of medical, surgical, dental, or related functions to volunteer health professionals at qualifying free clinics when the free clinic sponsors the VHP for deeming and the activity meets the criteria for coverage. This is an application process for licensed volunteer providers that is renewed annually. Funds to support the program were appropriated in 2004, and the first free clinic volunteer health professionals were "deemed" in 2005. St. Martin’s Healthcare was the 38th clinic to be deemed in 2005. In 2010, the Affordable Care Act expanded eligibility for FSHCAA liability protections to employees, officers, board members and contractors of qualifying free clinics. For more information, please contact our executive director.
I'M INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING, WHAT'S THE NEXT STEP?
Please complete an application to volunteer through our website. This is important so St. Martin’s Healthcare can keep all volunteers updated and log volunteer hours you provide. Once your application is reviewed and a training date is scheduled, our staff will contact you. We appreciate your patience during this process.
HOW ARE VOLUNTEERS SCHEDULED?
On the volunteer application, please complete the day and times you are available and work best. Schedules are completed monthly, and volunteers have an opportunity to sign up for the day and time that works best in their schedule prior to the schedule being posted. There will be times that you may be asked to volunteer for a particular day and time if the clinic is in need. If you are unable to work a shift that has been assigned, please let our clinic coordinators know as soon as possible!
WHAT TIME DO I NEED TO ARRIVE AT MY SHIFT?
St. Martin’s Healthcare asks that you arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your shift. There are designated parking areas toward the rear of the building.
IF I AM A PATIENT, CAN I ALSO VOLUNTEER?
No - you may be a patient or volunteer, but not both.
CAN I FULFILL MY COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS AT THE CLINIC?
Community service hours are limited and may be available for students in high school and college when required by a course or an extra-curricular activity. You will need to call the clinic and speak with someone directly. If your community service hours are court mandated, there may be opportunities during spring, summer and fall for outside work. Times are very limited, and you must speak with a clinic staff member directly.
HOW OLD MUST I BE TO VOLUNTEER?
St. Martin’s asks that all volunteers be 18 or older.
DOES THE CLINIC ALLOW OBSERVATION EXPERIENCE?
All who volunteer or work at the clinic and are involved in patient care are observing the practice of medicine. We do not allow direct care observations unless a volunteer or staff member is trained in that area.
DO I HAVE TO HAVE AN ACTIVE MEDICAL/DENTAL OR OTHER PROFESSIONAL LICENSE?
Yes, we will need a copy of your current license as well as a government issued photo ID such as a driver’s license. This documentation is necessary to apply for FTCA immunity coverage. However, you do not need a DEA license. The clinic does not prescribe or provide any controlled substances.
CAN CHILDREN BE SEEN AT ST. MARTIN'S HEALTH CARE?
At times children are cared for at the clinic. This generally happens when there has been a lapse in healthcare coverage. Children under the age of 18 may also visit the clinic for sports physicals required by IHSAA. However, dental and vision clinic patients must be 18 years or older.
HOW DO VOLUNTEERS CONTACT THE CLINIC?
You may call the clinic: (260) 357-0077, email: info@smhcin.org or mail at the address listed on the website.