voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Meet & Greet Volunteer
with NHS FifeVolunteer Opportunity No. VO93420 - Created/last updated: 15/06/2026
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere to patients and visitors as they enter the hospital.
Signposting, and if necessary, guiding to relevant areas/departments within the hospital.
Maintain stock of wheelchairs; replacing once someone has finished and cleaning for next use.
This can be a difficult time for patients and visitors so having that warm and helpful welcome can make all the difference.
Quote: I attended Queen Margaret Hospital in Dunfermline. At the entrance door I was met with professionalism. The friendly meet and greeter at the door made me feel as though I was entering a top hotel.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 16 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: NHS Scotland volunteer induction module. More in-depth infection control training. Any role specific manual handling training provided by NHS Health & Safety Team. Fire training to be completed annually. Refresher training every 3 years. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Travel expenses will be reimbursed; public transport costs and mileage rates for use of own vehicle at 31p per mile.Experience required: No specific requirements for experience were provided by the organisation. Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details Reception areas at Queen Margaret Hospital, Dunfermline. Accessible via public transport with onsite parking also available. Reception at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy Saltire Award This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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