Program Type: Volunteer Opportunity
Organization: New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE)
Location: 310 East 14th Street, South Building, Suite B08, New York, NY 10003
Application Deadline: Rolling admissions
Overview
The Volunteer Services Program at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE) offers opportunities for individuals to support patients, families, and healthcare staff at a specialty hospital focused on eye and ear, nose, and throat (ENT) care.
The program offers placements in both clinical and non-clinical hospital areas and welcomes applicants from a range of backgrounds, including high school students and retired professionals.
Volunteering at NYEE can provide valuable exposure to hospital operations, patient interactions, and healthcare services for students interested in exploring careers in medicine and healthcare.
Available Volunteer Departments
Volunteers may be placed in various departments, including:
- Admitting
- Glaucoma
- Clinics
- Lobby Ambassador
- Ophthalmology
- Otolaryngology (ENT)
- Operating Room, Recovery Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
- Registration
- Social Services
Placement depends on available roles, applicant interests, and the hospital’s requirements.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should contact Volunteer Services by phone or email to schedule an interview.
The application process generally includes:
- Initial interview: Discuss your skills, interests, and available volunteer roles.
- Reference checks: Submit reference-request forms to individuals familiar with you.
- Medical clearance: Have your family doctor complete the required medical clearance form.
- Health screening: Complete tuberculosis (TB) and rubella clearance through NYEE Workforce Health, as required.
The application and onboarding process typically takes approximately two weeks.
Contact Information
For application details and interview scheduling, contact NYEE Volunteer Services:
- Email: volunteer@nyee.edu
- Phone: (212) 979-4792
- Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Application Deadline
Rolling applications: There is no fixed application deadline listed. Interested applicants should contact Volunteer Services to confirm current openings and application procedures.
Official Website: Mount Sinai Health System
Note: Volunteer eligibility, available placements, health clearance requirements, and onboarding timelines may change. Confirm the latest requirements directly with NYEE Volunteer Services before applying.
