Free Clinic Volunteer Opportunities in DC/Maryland/Virginia Area?

[2020premed]

I was wondering if any of you have had any volunteer positions at a free clinic in the DMV area that allowed you to have hands-on experience, such as doing intake for patients? I have not had any luck in finding a clinic and I don't want to get stuck with an administrative position that will end up not counting for clinical service since I will not have any patient contact. Is there a specific clinic I could contact that you guys have worked at? Thanks in advance!

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[2020premed]

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[grizzly1093]

Not a free clinic, but there's the Hopkins-associated Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD, that has ER volunteer spots--you escort patients and families, send lab samples, wipe down beds, etc. You also have plenty of time to talk with nurses and PAs (sometimes physicians) and to shadow a bit if you like. I believe other Hopkins hospitals in the area (e.g. Sibley Memorial in DC) have similar volunteer ops. It made for great conversation during interviews.

 

[LizzyM]

You don't have to do anything more than be in close proximity to patients for it to count as a clinical experience. You don't need to touch them. Giving directions at an information desk or helping move patients around through the facility both count and most hospitals have a need for that kind of service from volunteers.