Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center - Houston, Texas

Regular Scheduled Adult Volunteer Program

Thank you for your inquiry in becoming a volunteer at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC). Volunteers at VA Medical Centers across the country help our nations’ Veterans know they are not forgotten. If you are interested in volunteering please see our program requirements and submit the volunteer questionnaire. Should you have additional questions, please feel free to contact our office at (713)794-7135 and one of our staff members will be happy to discuss how you can help us in our mission to provide comfort and care to America’s Veterans.

Program Requirements

 Minimum 100 hours and 6 months

 Must complete mandatory orientation

 Must have volunteer badge to begin volunteering

Next Steps Once Questionnaire has been Approved

Must attend scheduled orientation

Be prepared to stay up to 3 hours for orientation

Meet with area supervisor

Complete fingerprints and background check

Complete photo for PIV badge

Benefits

 Free parking

 Free Flu shot

 Free PPD testing

 Annual Volunteer Recognition Awards Program

Internships/Externships

The Department of Voluntary Service does not oversee or reregister internships/externships or any unpaid individuals receiving academic credit. These opportunities may be overseen by the Department of Education or Department Human Resources.

The Department of Voluntary Service DOES NOT offer Shadowing/Observing Medical Physicians, these opportunities may be overseen by Chief of Staff Office or WOC (work without compensation) Human Resources.

Research and education corporation WOC employees are not to be considered as VAVS volunteers. Their activities must be coordinated through the Office of Academic Affiliations.

How to Apply

To apply for this program, click on the link here: Volunteer Questionnaire