We know that when applying to medical, dental, or any kind of healthcare school, a healthy portion of your Curriculum Vitae will need to be dedicated to volunteer work and community service. Well, we have that covered as well! Below is just a small sampling of the volunteering opportunities available in and near the Sacramento region, and the list will be expanded as more opportunities arise.
UC Davis Student-Run Clinics
If you have been accepted to transfer to UC Davis for the Fall 2018 semester, you can apply to volunteer at the UC Davis student-run clinics! This is a great opportunity for you to get volunteering hours from healthcare settings which will build your application for graduate school. Clinics are located in the Sacramento area, so take advantage of this opportunity! Click the link below to get more information on this, including the list of clinics with their details!
Visit the UC Davis Student-Run Clinic page: http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mdprogram/studentlife/clinics/index.html
2018 Stanford Summer Community College Premedical Program (SSCCPP)
"The Stanford Summer Community College Premedical Program (SSCCPP) is a six-week residential summer program targeting community college students in the San Francisco Bay and surrounding region who are considering careers in medicine. The program provides premedical development and support, resources, and exposure to medicine and health. Participants will attend sessions focused on health disparities, successful preparation for the medical school application process, and postsecondary and graduate/professional school financing. This residential program will introduce participants to the Stanford School of Medicine network through potential research opportunities, interactions with students, faculty, and staff, and professional development experiences." (From their website)
Deadline: Application cycle has ended.
Application: stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8f6jAOVXCsAji97&Q_JFE=0
For more information: stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8f6jAOVXCsAji97&Q_JFE=0
S F Johnson Foundation
The S F Johnson Foundation (formerly known as The Association of African American Single Mothers) is looking for volunteers in all areas for their programs that they provide throughout the day. Primarily, they are looking for student volunteers to tutor in different fields. They are located in Carmichael near the Post Office. They are flexible and can work with your schedule. This is a great program to get involved with your local community and to work with children who would really appreciate your presence. For more information, call Stacey F. Johnson below:
Phone: 916-710-4146
Email: info@sfjohnsonconsulting.com
UC Davis Medical Center
The Volunteer Services Dept. has several programs for various services and groups. All programs are designed to assist the UC Davis Health System in its mission of education, research and public service. These programs, open to those 18 or older, add the extra dimension of sensitivity, support, friendliness, and service that ease and brighten a patient's hospital stay or clinic visit.
To apply, visit the below link:
http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/giving/time/pdfs/volunteering.pdf
Mercy San Juan Hospital
Adults who would like to give back to the community can volunteer in a variety of areas, including office support, the Emergency Department (open only to those 18+), Family Birth Center, and other areas of interest.
To apply, visit the below link:
http://www.dignityhealth.org/sacramento/hospitals/mercy-san-juan-medical-center/volunteer-at-mercy-san-juan/volunteer-application-san-juan
CAEB Announcement
-Coalition of Concerned Medical Professionals
Tuesday 9AM-10AM Orientation
Potential Orientation dates TBA
UC Davis Student-Run Clinics
If you have been accepted to transfer to UC Davis for the Fall 2018 semester, you can apply to volunteer at the UC Davis student-run clinics! This is a great opportunity for you to get volunteering hours from healthcare settings which will build your application for graduate school. Clinics are located in the Sacramento area, so take advantage of this opportunity! Click the link below to get more information on this, including the list of clinics with their details!
Visit the UC Davis Student-Run Clinic page: http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mdprogram/studentlife/clinics/index.html
2018 Stanford Summer Community College Premedical Program (SSCCPP)
"The Stanford Summer Community College Premedical Program (SSCCPP) is a six-week residential summer program targeting community college students in the San Francisco Bay and surrounding region who are considering careers in medicine. The program provides premedical development and support, resources, and exposure to medicine and health. Participants will attend sessions focused on health disparities, successful preparation for the medical school application process, and postsecondary and graduate/professional school financing. This residential program will introduce participants to the Stanford School of Medicine network through potential research opportunities, interactions with students, faculty, and staff, and professional development experiences." (From their website)
Deadline: Application cycle has ended.
Application: stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8f6jAOVXCsAji97&Q_JFE=0
For more information: stanforduniversity.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_8f6jAOVXCsAji97&Q_JFE=0
S F Johnson Foundation
The S F Johnson Foundation (formerly known as The Association of African American Single Mothers) is looking for volunteers in all areas for their programs that they provide throughout the day. Primarily, they are looking for student volunteers to tutor in different fields. They are located in Carmichael near the Post Office. They are flexible and can work with your schedule. This is a great program to get involved with your local community and to work with children who would really appreciate your presence. For more information, call Stacey F. Johnson below:
Phone: 916-710-4146
Email: info@sfjohnsonconsulting.com
UC Davis Medical Center
The Volunteer Services Dept. has several programs for various services and groups. All programs are designed to assist the UC Davis Health System in its mission of education, research and public service. These programs, open to those 18 or older, add the extra dimension of sensitivity, support, friendliness, and service that ease and brighten a patient's hospital stay or clinic visit.
To apply, visit the below link:
http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/giving/time/pdfs/volunteering.pdf
Mercy San Juan Hospital
Adults who would like to give back to the community can volunteer in a variety of areas, including office support, the Emergency Department (open only to those 18+), Family Birth Center, and other areas of interest.
To apply, visit the below link:
http://www.dignityhealth.org/sacramento/hospitals/mercy-san-juan-medical-center/volunteer-at-mercy-san-juan/volunteer-application-san-juan
CAEB Announcement
-Coalition of Concerned Medical Professionals
Tuesday 9AM-10AM Orientation
Potential Orientation dates TBA
