100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare - 2011
Becker's ASC Review/Becker's Hospital Review has announced its list of the "100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare." The 2011 list was developed through nominations and research, and the following organizations were selected for their demonstrated excellence in providing a work environment that promotes teamwork, professional development and quality patient care.
For a variety of reasons, the editors ultimately determined to focus the list on hospitals, health systems, surgery centers and large physician practice. The list excludes advertisers. All organizations that are placed on the list undergo a substantial review with other peers and through our own research. Note: Companies are listed alphabetically by name.
The Eye Surgery Center of Michigan (Troy, Mich.)
Type of facility: Ambulatory surgery center
What makes it a Best Place to Work:
The Eye Surgery Center of Michigan, a partner of St. John Providence Health System, has been named as one of the "100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare." The recognition comes from Becker's ASC Review/Becker's Hospital Review, national healthcare publications. The 2011 list was developed through nominations and research, and the organizations were selected for their demonstrated excellence in providing a work environment that promotes teamwork, professional development and quality patient care.
The Eye Surgery Center of Michigan features 10 physicians specializing in Ophthalmology and ocular surgery. Our elite team of ophthalmologists use the finest equipment and advanced technologies to perform small incision cataract and glaucoma surgeries. Located at 3455 Livernois in Troy, the Eye Surgery Center of Michigan was developed by local physicians, in partnership with St. John Providence Health System to create a state-of-the art ambulatory surgical center.
“We are intently focused on safety and quality patient care. Each patient receives a satisfaction survey upon discharge from the center. Each survey is reviewed by management and results are discussed at quality improvement meetings. Our dedication to patient satisfaction is a direct reflection of our staff’s professional commitment,” says Michael Cosgrove, Administrator at the Eye Surgery Center of Michigan. The center encourages and promotes teamwork amongst its staff. One way that the staff’s efforts are acknowledged is through the center’s “Star Rewards Program”. Employees may nominate their peers as a ‘star’ if they observe another staff member going above and beyond in their work efforts. Each month, administration randomly selects a ‘star’ and rewards that staff member with a gift card.
The Eye Surgery Center of Michigan is also focused on promoting the health and wellness of the staff. Twice each year, the center conducts a ‘Biggest Loser’ weight-loss competition to promote healthy habits and lifestyles. In addition, a recycling program was recently implemented and now most of the packaging material that enters the building is recycled. This Eco-friendly decision was based upon recommendations by our staff, and we have successfully reduced the garbage collection at the center. "Our workers are all veterans in the healthcare industry. They are committed, professional individuals and we recognize the positive work ethic of our staff is hard to come by," says Cosgrove. "This dedication helps make our center one of the best places to work in healthcare."
Becker's ASC Review is a bimonthly publication offering general business, legal and clinical news, analysis and guidance on a variety of topics relevant to ambulatory surgery centers including joint ventures, billing and reimbursement, development and expansion and regulatory and compliance issues. Becker's Hospital Review is a bimonthly publication offering up-to-date business and legal news and analysis relating to hospitals.
St. John Providence Health System is one of the largest providers of inpatient care in southeast Michigan. St. John Providence Health System provides comprehensive prevention, primary care and advanced treatment programs with more than 125 medical centers and six hospitals spanning five counties.