Nonprofit
Published 4 days ago
ECG Heart Screening Volunteer - Polk County
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Lakeland, FL
Details
Available Times:
Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime
Time Commitment:
A few hours per month
Commitment Details:
Each heart screening event lasts approximately 4 hours. Minimum of 6 events per year is preferred.
Recurrence:
Recurring
Volunteers Needed:
10
Cause Areas:
Children & Youth, Health & Medicine, Sports & Recreation, Volunteering
Benefits:
Training Provided
Good For:
Kids, Teens, Public Groups, International Volunteers, Private Corporate Groups
Participation Requirements:
Background Check
Age Requirement:
18+
Description
Join our mission to eliminate preventable sudden cardiac death in youth. As a Heart Screener, you provide life-saving ECGs to students in a fast-paced, compassionate environment. No medical experience necessary!
The Role
- ECG Operation: Accurately enter patient data and conduct non-invasive heart screenings.
- Privacy & Respect: Ensure screening room privacy and treat every participant with class.
- Confidentiality: Maintain strict protection of all health information (HIPAA/FERPA).
Requirements
- Age: 18+ years old.
- Training: Watch required training videos and pass a volunteer quiz.
- Clear Record (Background Check Required): No criminal convictions preventing work with children or on school property.
- Traits: Energetic, mature, detail-oriented, and a team player.
- Protocols: Female participants are screened by female volunteers only (likewise for Males); ECG results are never shared by volunteers.
Impact: Your work directly results in saving lives.
Location
Polk County Region
Lakeland, FL, USA
Directions
Your local Heart Screening Director will be in contact with you for upcoming events upon confirmation as a volunteer.
