Volunteer
If you are a HEALTHCARE PROVIDER…
Benefits of volunteering
“Project Access allows me to do what I trained to do: Take care of patients. Together we’re helping fellow Oregonians in a caring and efficient manner. Many patients need help today, and Project Access is providing it.”
—Katherine Morris, MD
Volunteering with Project Access allows you to donate care to the uninsured in a way that is organized, equitable and safe. We will quantify and coordinate the donated care you may already be providing, enabling you to help your uninsured patients as you would your insured patients. We take care of all the details to allow you the freedom to focus on healing.
Patients in the local Project Access initiatives will have access to medications, hospitalizations, lab testing, diagnostic imaging and other ancillary services. The Project Access system allows you to order tests, schedule hospitalizations, and care for your uninsured patients in a manner very similar to the process for caring for insured patients, without extraordinary measures.
Who can volunteer?
Health care practitioners in the Portland / Vancouver metropolitan area, including
- medical doctors
- osteopaths
- physician assistants
- nurse practitioners
- hospitals
- health systems
- insurers
- pharmacies
- laboratories
- imaging service providers
- ancillary support including medical transportation and translators.
Ready to volunteer?
Call Linda Nilsen-Solares at 503.413.5541.
If you are a COMMUNITY MEMBER…
Benefits of volunteering
As a Project Access NOW Community Volunteer you will make a difference in the lives of others and in your own. Hear from three of our current Community Volunteers:
“I liked the medical assistance program … It was amazing to see how many steps there were for patients to get free medications.” —Vicki C.
“It’s very rewarding work because you get to tell people they have a doctor’s appointment. They’re thrilled because usually it’s a journey for them to get there.” —Janet W.
“When doing surveys, I’d chat with patients, we’d sometimes get off topic and I got a good feel for the struggles they had getting healthcare … It’s a very worthwhile organization. A big part of volunteering is also meeting people. Everyone who works here is fantastic and their work is inspiring.” —Kathi M.
As we expand to serve more patients and provide them access to quality healthcare, we have a variety of openings.
Who can volunteer?
You!
Ready to volunteer?
Step 1: Review the Community Volunteer page.
Step 2: Complete our Volunteer Application
Step 3: Call Britt How at 503.413.5564 to schedule an interview.
