Saskatoon City Hospital - Book Cart Volunteer
The Book Cart Associate provides friendly and personalized service to patients in an acute care setting by offering a selection of books, magazines, and other reading materials. The volunteer transports the book cart from Volunteer Services to various hospital units and visits patient rooms to offer reading materials based on individual interests and preferences.
This role provides patients who may be unable to leave their rooms with convenient access to reading materials and an opportunity for positive social interaction. The Book Cart Associate helps bring comfort, companionship, and enjoyment to patients during their hospital stay.
Shift Details
- Approximately 1.5 hours per week
- Tuesday or Friday afternoon
- Preferred shift time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Shift times may be negotiable based on operational needs
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk longer distances throughout the hospital
- Ability to safely push a book cart
- Ability to navigate hospital hallways and patient care areas
