Why Choose Us
Made for Those Who Want To Elevate Their Career.
Why Choose Us
Made for Those Who Want To Elevate Their Career.
We Are an Integrated Network of Caring Professionals.
University Hospitals is the second largest employer in Northeast Ohio, employing more than 32,000 caregivers.
We serve the needs of patients through an integrated network of 21 hospitals (including five joint ventures), more than 50 health centers and outpatient facilities, and over 200 physician offices in 16 counties throughout northern Ohio. UH features a physician network of 1,780 employed physicians and 3,500 affiliated medical staff members. More than 1,100 residents and fellows train annually at UH in more than 100 residency and fellowship programs.
We Have a Shared Commitment to Exceptional Care.
At UH, our four core values define us as a health care system, guiding how we deliver quality care every day.
Service Excellence
We deliver the best outcomes, service and value with the highest quality through a continuous quest for excellence and seeking ways to improve the health of those who count on us.
Integrity
We have a shared commitment to do what is right and adhere to the highest standards of ethics and personal responsibility to earn the trust of our caregivers and community.
Compassion
We have genuine concern for our patients and each other while treating everyone with respect and empathy.
Trust
We rely on our caregivers’ character, reliability, and sound judgment.
Benefits and Wellness
We’re Committed To Supporting Your Health and Well-Being.
Well-being goes beyond just physical health. It also includes financial security, job satisfaction, and a healthy work-life balance -everything that contributes to your overall quality of life. At UH, we offer a wide range of comprehensive, valuable, market-competitive benefits and programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We are committed to providing employees with the information, resources and support they need to achieve their personal health and wellness goals.
* Benefit eligibility and offerings may differ depending on full-time equivalent (FTE) status and position type
Benefit Eligibility
- Eligibility to enroll in UH benefits is available within 30 days of hire for regular status employees scheduled to work 16 or more hours per week.
- Eligible family members include legal spouses and/or children up to the end of the month when they turn 26, or they may have coverage after age 26 if they qualify as a disabled dependent.
Medical Plans
- No deductible health plan with a higher premium
- High deductible health plan with a low premium and a health savings account (HSA) — includes a UH contribution
- High deductible health plan with the lowest premium and an HSA — includes a UH contribution
Dental Plans
Dental HMO Network and Dental PPO Plan
Vision Plan
One vision plan – In and out-of-network benefit coverage available
UH Paid Short And Long Term Disability
Short Term:
- Effective after 6 months of active employment (full-time employees only)
- Part-time employees may purchase Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Long Term:
- Effective after 91 days of employment
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability (buy up)
Life and Account Insurance
- UH Paid Life Insurance
- UH Paid AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Voluntary AD&D Insurance
Additional Voluntary Benefits
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness
- Voluntary Home & Auto
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity
- Voluntary Legal Plan
- Voluntary Pet Insurance
- UH Caregiver Support Program
- Adoption Assistance
- 12-week Paid Maternity Leave
- Paternity and Adoption Leave Assistance
- Reproductive Health Coverage
- Wellness Programs
- Participants in the UH medical plan earn wellness incentives of up to $600 per year
- Employees not on the UH medical plan earn My UH Appreciates points
- Senior Care Authority
- 403(b)/401(k) and Catch-Up
- Roth IRA
- Pension Plan – Cash Balance Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Limited Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Vision and Dental
- Program offering applies to new graduate RN talent hired into regular full-time status positions with qualifying educational loans.
- Participants can earn up to $15,000 in loan repayment in exchange for a 24-month work commitment.
- Excludes caregivers covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
- UH Cleveland Medical Center provides complimentary parking to regular-status employees
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee perks and discounts
- Recognition program
Support services include:
- Access to Career Coaching Services
- Education Preparedness Classes
- Apprenticeships and Skill-Building Programs
To learn more, visit our Workforce Development page.
Our Culture
Explore Our Culture.
UH history is deeply woven into the growth of Northeast Ohio communities. Having the support and trust of the people we serve has enabled UH to flourish through the decades and become a respected community leader. At UH, we focus on caring for patients and their families and advancing clinical expertise, technologies and practices while educating and supporting the next generation of exceptional health care professionals. Inspired by our rich history and dedicated to our mission, UH embraces the future of medicine while remaining committed to the values of our past. We look forward to continuing to serve with purpose, passion and promise for years to come, and we cannot do that without you. We invite you to join us for the journey by contributing your talents along with those who are already committed to providing the highest quality care.
Awards & Accolades 2024-2025
U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals
UH Cleveland Medical Center has once again been recognized as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospitals for Equitable Access
UH Cleveland Medical Center has once again been recognized as a Best Hospital by U.S. News & World Report.
U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals
University Hospitals has earned high recognition in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals, ranking among the top 50 in the nation for Cancer care.
