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The volunteers of St. Luke's Hospital provide warm, caring and compassionate care to patients, their families and our staff. From clerical positions to courier routes to the thrift shop, our volunteers have the opportunity to lend a helping hand in their own special way. Volunteers typically contribute approximately 2-4 hours each week and enjoy benefits such as free flu shots and a free beverage during each shift, or a free meal if on duty at mealtime. Some volunteer opportunities include:
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Cherry Smocks: These volunteers are responsible for the delivery of juice and daily newspapers to our patients each morning.
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Daily Couriers: The a.m. couriers are responsible for delivering lab and x-ray reports to Pardee Hospital and the Pathology Lab in Hendersonville on a daily basis. The p.m. volunteers deliver lab results and mail to all local physician's offices.
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Gift Shop: Volunteers in the Gift Shop manage the daily operations of the shop including all merchandise sales and keeping the shelves stocked and tidy.
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Radiology: Those who volunteer at the radiology reception desk enjoy a fast-paced day of greeting patients, entering their information into the computer, and pulling previous films. Morning and afternoon/evening shifts are available.
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Reception Desk: These volunteers are among the friendliest you'll find! They are responsible for greeting visitors and assisting with patient information, such as directions to patient rooms and other departments within the hospital.
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WINGS: On the "WINGS" of these special volunteers, all Interdepartmental mail is delivered daily. Two shifts are offered each day.
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Courtesy: Volunteers are responsible for delivery of patient mail and flowers each afternoon.
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Print Shop: This ambitious group contributes to the hospital by running the in-house print shop. They print forms, business cards and most all of the hospital's printed materials.
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Clerical: Volunteers are also available in the Business Office and Medical Records for such tasks as filing and computer input.
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Thrift Shop: The St. Luke's Hospital Thrift Shop is completely managed by volunteers. From the generous donations of the community, the shop brings in proceeds of over $100,000 annually. It is located in downtown Tryon and operates Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
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Junior Volunteers: We also offer opportunities for local high school students to volunteer on Saturday mornings delivering juice to patient rooms.
The St. Luke's Auxiliary also contributes to the hospital and the community with the Tree of Hope, Medical Alert units, annual scholarships and donations to benefit the scholarship program
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The Tree of Hope is an annual campaign at Easter. Lights for the Tree are sold in memory of loved ones for $3.00 each.
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Medical Alert units are purchased through the auxiliary and/or hospital and installed into the homes of local elderly or disabled citizens. Our volunteers provide all installation and maintenance for these units.
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Scholarships are provided to local High School graduates, area citizens and hospital employees who are entering higher education in the healthcare field, especially areas of critical need. The recipients give back to St. Luke's Hospital by signing a 1-year contract for each year of financial aid given.
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From monies generated through the Thrift Shop, Gift Shop and other Auxiliary functions, over $100,000 is donated annually to the hospital for the purchase of new equipment and/or other hospital needs.
New volunteers are always welcome. Contact Connie Kuykendall at (828) 894-3311 for information on available volunteer opportunities.
