« Full Profile of Adventist HealthCare
Are you hiring or do you plan to hire this year?
Yes. We currently have openings in many interesting health-related fields and support areas. We especially encourage those interested in nursing careers to contact us.
Does your company offer child care on the premises?
We provide child care and elder care referral services through our employee assistance programs, but do not offer child care on the premises.
What is your telecommuting policy?
At the discretion of their manager, employees may be provided telecommuting opportunities, if appropriate, based on their roles and responsibilities. Due to the nature of the health-care field, we do not have an official telecommuting policy.
What flexible job opportunities does your company support?
In the clinical areas, there are flexible shift options which include 4-hour, 8-hour, 10- hour and 12-hour shifts, staggered schedules, weekend alternatives (evening, night and weekend differentials), float pool and self scheduling for some areas. Other flexible work schedule options include:
• Limited Part-Time
• Temporary
• Per Diem
• Job Sharing
What kind of educational training does your company provide? Do you offer tuition reimbursement?
We offer employee tuition and reimbursement programs and scholarships for students majoring in health-care related fields. Our employee Education Institute offers a variety of classes covering diverse topics, such as continuing education programs, certifications, career, leadership, professional and organizational development.
Does your company offer commuting benefits?
We offer the WageWorks Commuter Program for employees to purchase a commuter pass with pre-tax dollars which may result in up to 40 percent potential cost savings.
What kind of skills do you look for in an employee?
Overall, we seek individuals who demonstrate our core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence and stewardship, and are highly motivated, dedicated and compassionate about their interest in providing health care. Typical clinical career opportunities include nursing, therapy services, social work, technician/technologist specialties and patient support services. Non-clinical positions include medical records, environmental services, information systems and general administrative opportunities.
Why should people work for your company?
We have a diverse workforce, and as a faith-based company with numerous health-care facilities in the Maryland suburbs, offer a broad range of career opportunities and specialized services.
Does your company offer any unique benefits or perks? (i.e. gym memberships, free lunch, your birthday off)
Yes, we do. These can include:
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and family members
• Exceptional performer pay
• Cash-out option for paid time off
• Employee recognition awards
• Holiday bonuses
• Employee appreciation days, providing free meals or desserts to all employees
• Free lunch on birthdays
• Employee discounts, such as a 20 percent medical discount through our HealthNet Choice Plus Plan; hospital cafeteria discounts and reduced ticket prices for local entertainment venues.
• On-Site concierge services
• Gym membership benefits
• On-Site massage therapy sessions
• Employee referral bonuses ranging from $500 to $3,000
• Employee health & wellness programs, which provide free flu shots, preventive health screenings, tobacco-cessation programs and other health education opportunities, in keeping with other special events dedicated to promoting physical, emotional, spiritual health and healing to our community.
• Pastoral care and support group services, which offers spiritual support to staff, patients and families through bereavement and divorce support groups in addition to a support staff prayer ministry.
• Voluntary insurance benefits (Universal Life Insurance, Critical Illness with Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance), legal resources, credit unions, benefit waiver option for higher compensation, unit based per diems
• Free parking
What kinds of philanthropic programs or volunteer activities does your company participate in or provide?
• Maryland Governor’s Workforce Investment Board: Our President serves on the board to collaborate and work with top business leaders throughout the state to find solutions to a shortage of qualified workers in many career areas.
• Our Executive Vice President is vice chairman of the Montgomery County Business Roundtable for Education, which serves as the bridge for strategic business-education partnerships in the county and connects classroom learning to the workplace.
• Local, non-profit organizations: Other members of our leadership serve on numerous community boards.
• The Adventist HealthCare Center for Health Disparities: The center partners with community organizations and outreach programs to provide education, social services and health-care services to underserved populations regardless of their ability to pay.
• Rebuilding Together Project: Teams of employee volunteers provide the labor and support for a weekend home repair program for low-income homeowners.
• Manna Food Center in Rockville: Employees contribute non-perishable food and monetary donations during quarterly food drives.
• Hospital Foundations: These programs secure gifts, donations, financial contributions and volunteer services to support community-based health-care which enhances our ability to provide free medical care for those in need, invest in new medical technology and maintain and improve our facilities.
What are your company's demographics (age, gender, race)?
Caucasian
Female 2535
Average Age 44.6
Male 544
Average Age 43.6
African American
Female 2272
Average Age 42.1
Male 658
Average Age 41.4
Asian
Female 730
Average Age 42.7
Male 228
Average Age 42.7
Hispanic/Latino
Female 368
Average Age 41.3
Male 103
Average Age 40.9
American Indian
Female 14
Average Age 42.5
Male 6
Average Age 42.3
