VOLUNTEER

The Florida Hospital Waterman Auxiliary was established in 1958 to be of service to the hospital as well as a fund raising organization.  Until 1976 all Auxilians were women -- the "Pink Ladies."  Now men -- the "Red Coats" -- comprise over one-third of our active membership.  Since its organization, the Auxiliary has contributed over $2 million as well as over 2 million hours of service to the hospital.

To become an Active Auxilian a person must:

• Be an adult of good reputation.
• Complete an application.
• Have an interview with the Membership Chairperson.
• Purchase an official uniform after the training period.
• Pay annual dues (currently $2.00)
• Work a minimum of 52 hours per year.

Auxilians may work days, evenings, or weekends, depending on individual service assignments. Some areas of volunteer service include: The Pink Elephant Thrift Shop, The Gift Shop, Admissions, Information Desk, Patient Care Areas, Operating Room, Emergency Room, People Mover, Selective Menu, Family Care Waiting Room, Premier Health Ambassadors, and others.

Benefits for all Florida Hospital Waterman Auxilians include:

• Free meal service for each 4 hours of service. 
• Free flu vaccines.
• Discount tourist packets. 
• Service pins awarded at 100, 500, and 1000 hours of service and each 1000 hours thereafter. 
• Life Membership Pin at 5000 hours of service. 
• Health screening.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at Florida Hospital Waterman, please contact the Auxiliary Office at  352.253-3333, ext. 4571, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.