Guest Services Volunteer

About Us:

The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

Before You Apply To ensure this opportunity is a good fit, please watch our volunteer Pre-Orientation video for essential program information. Review the opportunity description and scheduling details below carefully before submitting your application.

Hours & Location

• Location: 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065

• Shifts available: Monday – Friday from 9 AM – 12 PM, 12 PM – 3 PM, 3 PM – 6 PM.

• Please indicate all shifts you are available for in your application.

Volunteer Opportunity As a Guest Service Volunteer, you will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, providing a warm welcome and guiding them through the hospital with care and professionalism. Whether escorting guests to their destinations or assisting with tasks like wheelchair transport and flower deliveries, you'll play a vital role in creating a positive and supportive hospital experience. This role involves standing for extended periods at the main entrance and offering friendly assistance throughout the facility.

As a volunteer, you may:

• Provide a warm and friendly greeting to all visitors and patients entering the hospital, creating a positive first impression.

• Accompany patients and visitors to specific areas, such as departments or waiting rooms, ensuring they reach their destinations with ease.

• Answer general inquiries about the hospital's layout, services, and visitor policies.

• Assist with transporting patients in wheelchairs if needed, ensuring comfort and safety during their visit.

• Support the delivery of flowers to the Information Desk and bring them up to patient rooms.

• Round the first floor and set up magazines for patients and visitors to read.

Who We're Looking For

• Age 16+

• Able to commit to a weekly 3-hour shift for at least 6 months

• If you are a former or current MSK patient, you must be out of active treatment for at least one year

• Friendly, reliable, and comfortable engaging with patients, families, and staff

• Comfortable standing and walking around for extended periods of time

• Tech savvy

Onboarding Process (average 4–6 weeks)

• Virtual interview (based on scheduling needs and program fit)

• 2–3 reference checks

• Background check & drug screen ( 18+ only )

• Medical clearance (flu and other immunizations required; at applicant's expense)

*To stay active in the program, onboarding must be completed within 4-6 weeks. If your application is pending at any onboarding step for 30 days, your application may be rejected.

Please Note This is an unpaid volunteer role. The Volunteer Department does not oversee paid employment, internships, shadowing, or educational programs. Our program provides meaningful, long-term opportunities to support patients and staff.

Closing :

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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