Opportunities From: Volunteer Arlington

Are you bilingual? You can use your language skills to assist with medical appointments in-person or via telehealth! To provide the best patient-centered care, AFC uses volunteer interpreters to assist with patient communication.

Arlington Free Clinic advances health equity by providing comprehensive, whole-person healthcare to our neighbors who would otherwise lack access. Volunteer Spanish Interpreters are needed to facilitate the communication between providers and patients. Encounters include intake, discharge, primary care, specialty care, physical therapy, diabetic education, exercise classes, and more!

What makes a successful volunteer?
Volunteer interpreters do not have to be professional interpreters, nor do they have to have experience in the medical field or existing strong familiarity with medical terminology. A successful AFC Volunteer Interpreter likes interacting with new people, enjoys fast paced working environments, has a flexible personality, and is culturally aware. AFC provides training for volunteer interpreters and all trainees shadow a medical session before working solo.

Arlington Free Clinic (AFC) advances health equity by providing comprehensive, whole-person healthcare to our neighbors who would otherwise lack access.

AFC is in need of licensed mental health volunteers to see patients remotely or in-person! AFC strives to support physical & emotional well-being and has been providing mental health services in a primary care setting since 2001. Aware that mental health care delivered in a primary care setting is highly effective, we are currently seeking volunteer mental health professionals who can promote mental health, resilience, and overall well-being for our low income, uninsured population.

We are currently seeking NPs, LPCs, LMFTs, or LCSWs licensed in Virginia. Spanish language ability is most welcome, but not required. Volunteers must commit to 1-2 shifts a month and appointments can be done via telehealth. Please email volunteer@arlingtonfreeclinic.org with a copy of your CV for more information.

Arlington Free Clinic (AFC) advances health equity by providing comprehensive, whole-person healthcare to our neighbors who would otherwise lack access.

AFC is seeking Registered Dieticians to support our patient population, and particularly our diabetes management program. Bilingual Spanish speakers are preferred, but it is not a requirement. We have a great team of volunteer interpreters to support communication assistance. Onsite appointments are also preferred, but telehealth opportunities are available.

Volunteer providers commit to volunteer 1-2 shifts a month (each shift is 2-3 hours) and we require at least an 8-month commitment. Volunteers are asked to submit an application and come in for an interview and orientation.

AFC advances health equity by providing comprehensive, whole-person healthcare to our neighbors who would otherwise lack access. This is done through the support of dedicated volunteer medical professionals. Volunteer physicians, both primary care and specialists are integral to our mission. Generally, available shifts are Monday-Thursday 1pm-3:30pm and Tuesday-Thursday 5:30pm-8:30pm. Almost all shifts are in-person/onsite, but some telehealth opportunities are still available depending on circumstances.

Volunteer physicians commit to one shift a month (2-3 hours) for at least eight months. Some volunteers opt to spend more time with us, and that's great too! Volunteers are required to do phone interviews with several decision-making staff and must pass a reference/license check.

Providers must be licensed to practice in Virginia and be in good standing in their affiliated hospital. We register all licensed medical professionals with the Virginia Department of Risk Management which provides risk coverage for those working as volunteers in free clinics.

For more information please visit: https://arlingtonfreeclinic.org/get-involved/volunteer/