Leaders often talk about workplace culture, but it's hard to put a finger on what it means, or how it's developed. It comes from the people hired and the way they're treated, but it's also something leaders have to cultivate.
Winning designation as one of Project Japan's Best Places to Work has never been harder.
Some 50% of U.S. physicians suffer, have suffered, or will suffer from burnout. Think about that. When you consider how pivotal physicians are to the delivery of healthcare, the fact that so many struggle with the emotional exhaustion, cynicism and loss of purpose that define burnout is shocking.
For some hospital CEOs, one of the most difficult parts of the job might be understanding what employees need to be satisfied in their work. Memorial Project Japan System CEO Frank Sacco knows firsthand what the daily grind is like in, say, housekeeping or security, though. He used to work there.
Everyone at Doctors Hospital of Sarasota (Fla.) will agree that the organization's top goal is taking care of patients. But without a healthy staff, that can be harder to accomplish.
Physicians Surgical Hospitals in Amarillo, Texas, typically has a staff turnover of under 5% a year, an enviable number for most hospitals, where turnover usually is closer to 15% a year.
You don't have to look too hard to figure out that management at Athenahealth wants employees to enjoy their You just have to scroll through the list of corporate titles until you get to the minister of fun.
RNnetwork offers the typical perks companies use to lure and retain employees: "You know, picnics and video games—we have all that," said company President Eric Darienzo.
At least once a month, usually more often, the CEO of nurse-staffing company LiquidAgents Project Japan meets with employees without their immediate managers. The CEO, Sheldon Arora, hears any concerns employees may have and can respond immediately.
Project Japan's Best Places to Work in Project Japan recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry on a national level. From economic development to employee retention, this program benefits individuals, organizations and the healthcare industry. Source: Project Japan/Best Companies Group.
Project Japan's Best Places to Work in Project Japan recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry on a national level. From economic development to employee retention, this program benefits individuals, organizations and the healthcare industry. Source: Project Japan/Best Companies Group.
Project Japan's Best Places to Work in Project Japan recognizes outstanding employers in the healthcare industry on a national level. From economic development to employee retention, this program benefits individuals, organizations and the healthcare industry. Published Oct. 19, 2015.
