Become a volunteer

We welcome Adult Volunteers, age 18 and over, year round. Applicants must be willing to commit to 4 service hours per week for 6 months and a minimum of 100 service hours. Volunteer opportunities include service in clinical, clerical and customer service areas. We do not provide observing, internship or shadowing opportunities.

Pet Therapy volunteers bring their certified pet therapy animals in at a regularly scheduled time to meet patients and visitors with the goal of helping improve patient's emotional and social wellbeing along with their cognitive functions. Pet Therapy interactions play a vital role in boosting our employee's morale.

The Medical Explorer Program is for high school students 15 – 17 years old who are interested in Healthcare Careers. Whether you already know what occupation you would like to pursue or you have not decided on a specific career field yet, through the Medical Explorer Program, you will have the opportunity to learn about various careers, participate in hands – on activities and meet with dedicated healthcare professionals. The Explorer Program promotes personal growth through character development, communication skills, career planning and more.

Participants are required to attend 75 % of the post activities, complete 16 volunteer service hours per month during the school year and 8 hours per week during the summer. Explorers must also participate in one hospital service project and at least one community outreach event including: Health Fairs, Youth Education Events, Blood Drives, and more.

Activities during the post meetings may include: IV prep and starting of IVs, Medication Draw, IO-Drill, Lab Cultures, Tourniquet, Tour of Ambulance Base and Helipad.

Spots are limited, 25 Applicants will be accepted into the program. Applications will be accepted two times a year: Summer and Fall

Exact dates for 2025 are coming soon.

If you're interested in becoming a Medical Explorer, please click on the application link below. Kindly note that the link is active only during the open application period.

Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center and Sunrise Children's Hospital is an official certifying Organization for the President' Volunteer Service Award.

• Volunteer Eligibility: United States citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States (i.e., green card holder)
• Completes eligible service within a 12–month period (for annual Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards) and over a lifetime (for Lifetime Achievement Awards)

Volunteer Supervisor: Zareen Niazi

Office (702) 961-9252
Email Zareen Niazi

Director of Guest Services: Tracy Szymanski

Office (702) 961-9251
Mobile (702) 205-1919
Email Tracy Szymanski