Become A Volunteer

OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center volunteers are special people who devote their time, talents and energy in many different ways.

They are of all ages and from a variety of backgrounds. Their dedication, cheerfulness and compassion add a personal touch, which contributes to the happiness of not only our patients and their families, but also our employees.

Many times, our volunteers have come to OSF because they have had a personal experience with our medical center. Others are pursuing, or have a desire to pursue, a health-related occupation. Others want to make a difference in someone's life. Whatever your reason, we would like to discuss with you some unique and flexible opportunities to volunteer; and become an extension of our health care family.

The opportunity to become a volunteer could be for you if you meet the following:

  • Have a desire to serve others
  • Have a compassion and love for people
  • Have reasonably good mobility, as most services require walking and/or pushing wheelchairs
  • Must be willing to make a one-year commitment of a weekly three or four-hour shift. Available shifts are 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 12-4 p.m.; and 4-7 p.m.
    (The volunteer commitment expectations for Healing Pathways vary – please see the form below for more detail or contact the center to discuss your interest)
  • At least 16 years of age

Adult Volunteers

Please submit an application.

Adult application

Junior Volunteers

  1. Use the online forms to submit your completed application.
  2. Fax the (3) completed Junior Reference pages or return them to:

OSF HealthCare Saint Anthony Medical Center
Volunteer Services
5666 E. State Street
Rockford, IL 61108
Fax: (815) 227-2592

Junior application

Junior reference form

Healing Pathways

Would you like to help us provide a supportive, nurturing environment for cancer patients, cancer survivors and caregivers? Please visit our OSF Healing Pathways page and consider volunteering. *Please note this program has been temporarily paused due to COVID-19.

Healing Pathways application

Information Desk

Welcome patients and families to the facility; answer questions; help visitors find patient locations; escort patients and families; and deliver flowers and mail.

Patient Care Areas

Visit with patients; provide nutrition to patients under nursing direction; stock supplies; and assist with clerical and phone support.

Surgical Waiting Room

Greet, check-in, and assist families in the surgical waiting room. 

Animal-Assisted Therapy Program

If you think your pet would be ideal for providing comfort to patients, visit our page about the Animal-Assisted Therapy Program and considering applying.

 All Volunteers

When your application has been submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email. If a volunteer position is available that matches your interests, availability, and/or experience, you will be called to schedule an interview. Your application will be kept on file for a period of one year. If at any time during the year your availability changes, and/or your contact information changes, you may call our office to update your application.

If you are offered a volunteer position, the following will be required:

  • Medical clearance from physician
  • Complete a two-step TB skin test (provided and paid for by the hospital)
  • Receive a flu shot (provided and paid for by the hospital)
  • Criminal background check clearance

Contact Us

If you have additional questions, please contact us at (815) 395-5064.

Ways to Give