Through a variety of fundraising events and service projects, the men and women of Raritan Bay Medical Center’s auxiliaries support the medical center in its mission to provide personalized, quality, healthcare to the residents of Central New Jersey.

The medical center benefits from the support of five auxiliary groups, each with its own unique projects.  These include fashion shows, gift auctions, vendor sales, 50/50 Raffles and participation in community fairs.

Perth Amboy Auxiliary

Established in 1888, the Perth Amboy Auxiliary is one of the oldest and most distinguished auxiliaries in New Jersey, and has raised millions of dollars in support of the Perth Amboy location.  Meetings and activities are geared toward those with time available during the day.  Meetings are held at 1:00 pm.

Ernest R. Hansen Chapter

In this chapter of the Perth Amboy Auxiliary, activities are scheduled to accommodate the working person or other individuals with daytime responsibilities.  Meetings are held during the evenings at 7:00 pm.

Old Bridge Auxiliary

The auxiliary, founded in 1976, supports the Old Bridge division’s delivery of quality and compassionate healthcare to the community.  Meetings of the Old Bridge Auxiliary are held in the evenings at 10:30 am.

Perth Amboy and Old Bridge Junior Chapters

13 to 18 year old high school students have the opportunity to learn more about healthcare professions as they support the medical center through service projects in these chapters of the Perth Amboy and Old Bridge auxiliaries.  Meetings are held from 6:00 – 7:30 pm.

Volunteers Make a Difference!

Raritan Bay Medical center volunteers are generous individuals who being comfort, caring and assistance to patients and staff at the medical center’s Perth Amboy and Old Bridge locations.  More than 400 volunteers share their time and talents each year.

As a volunteer, you are sure to find personal satisfaction in knowing that you are making a difference to others.  In addition, you may form new friendships, acquire job experience and perhaps explore a healthcare career.

Raritan Bay Medical Center volunteers assist and enhance the daily activities of the medical center.  While duties and responsibilities vary, every volunteer assignment is an important and keenly appreciated service.  Volunteers assist in the following areas:

Volunteers generally work four hours a week during morning, afternoon, evening or weekend shifts.  Applications for adults and students (over 16 years old) are accepted year round.  Interviews and orientations are done on a monthly basis .

To apply for a volunteer position, call the Volunteer Services Department at 732.324.5006 between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday or email volunteer@rbmc.org.