Become a Volunteer


Volunteers strengthen our MercyOne circle by offering personalized care and supporting our health care teams. 


Strengthen our circle as a volunteer.

Email our Volunteer Coordinator     Volunteer Application

After you complete the application, the volunteer coordinator will reach out to you in the next two weeks to schedule interview.


Volunteer Requirements at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center Prior to Volunteering:

  • All MercyOne volunteers must be 16 years or older
    • Agree to a minimum of six months of service or a minimum of 100 hours per year (this requirement may be adjustable depending on situation or need) • Complete volunteer application below
    • Complete interview with Volunteer Coordinator where current volunteer opportunities will be discussed.
    • Attend Employee Health appointment where the following tasks must be completed:
      • Urine drug screen
      • Health assessment and screening
      • TB skin test is required
      • Provide record of childhood vaccinations
      • If record can’t be provided, a blood sample will need to be obtained in our lab to test immunity.
      • Copy of COVID-19 vaccination card or sign a declination form
      • Copy of flu shot (between October 1st and March 31st) or sign a declination form
      • Complete additional Human Resources tasks:
        • Background check
        • Abuse registry check
        • Attend orientation and training after Human Resource clearance
        • Participate in annual continuing education and training as needed

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Admitting
  • Surgical Waiting Room
  • Daycare
  • Gift Shop
  • SHIIP/SMP Counselor

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