Volunteer at the Canterbury Charity Hospital

Over 300 volunteer surgeons, dentists, nurses, administration staff and technicians give their time to the Canterbury Charity Hospital. Join our team and experience the joy of giving back to the community.

Why volunteer at the Canterbury Charity Hospital?

The Charity Hospital is a welcoming environment, with a strong team of exceptional volunteers - a great place to spend time, build relationships, and give back to the community.

We provide a leading standard of care, with a strong focus on innovation and technology. Our agile structure is one of our greatest strengths; without large overheads or layers of bureaucracy, we have the freedom to respond quickly to the needs of our community.

This means that when we see a gap in services, we can act decisively to fill it. It also allows us to embrace new and emerging technologies that keep our care at the forefront of modern medicine in Aotearoa.

Join us

Become a volunteer

“A tremendous sense of wellbeing comes from being a volunteer at the Charity Hospital because of the incredible team of caring, dedicated, compassionate & likeminded people.” - 2025 Volunteer Survey

To join our team, please complete the form below. OR fill out our General Staff Application, or Healthcare Professional Application.

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What’s involved in volunteering?

Volunteers work various hours, depending on individual skills and availability. These hours range from regular half-days and casual sessions, to a few hours every now and then. We’re incredibly grateful for every volunteer, whether we see them once a week or once every few months!