At WakeMed, we are guided by a simple — yet powerful mission: to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding and compassionate care to all.
To provide the best care for our patients, we recruit the best minds and the biggest hearts — our employees. We care for our employees, and they care for our community.
We have open positions available now that you can search through, but in the meantime, here are 22 reasons why WakeMed is a great place to work!
1. The Best Hospital Employer in the State — WakeMed is the best hospital/health system to work for in North Carolina according to a recent issue of Forbes magazine. The list includes over 1,300 companies nationwide and identifies the best employers in each state — as determined by employee ratings on an independent survey.
2. Our People — “WakeMed is a special place to work because of our supportive and encouraging management, co-workers and departmental leaders,” Kelly Johnson, WakeMed ENT – Head & Neck Surgery. 
3. The Wake Way Culture — The Wake Way culture is a vital part of who we are and what we do. Our dedicated, compassionate team members share a passion for putting others first, a drive to fulfill our mission and the ability to live the Wake Way by demonstrating:
- Respect for People
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Commitment & Accountability
We believe our ongoing commitment to these behaviors strengthens our team and creates a standard of excellence to ensure an exceptional experience for all who come through our doors.
4. WakeShare — WakeShare is a year-end financial incentive program that shares the success of the organization with employees, if financial and quality targets are met.
5. Educational Benefits — We offer tuition/specialty certification reimbursement, scholarships and professional development opportunities to our employees to ensure they continue achieving their goals.
6. Patient-Focused Care — Everything we do is for the good of the patient and their families.
7. We Work as a Team — Cameron, a WakeMed nurse, says it best in this short video.
8. Employee Emergency Assistance Fund — The Employee Emergency Assistance Fund is fully funded by WakeMed employees to provide financial support to colleagues facing unexpected hardship (such as a fire, accident, etc.).
9. Visits from Four-Legged Friends — Who doesn’t love a cute dog sighting at work? 
10. An Opportunity to Grow – “As a Black woman from a small town of poverty, I never thought I would be where I’m at today. WakeMed has given me the opportunity to grow and now I’m in a leadership position,” says Benita Joyner, Environmental Services. “I wasn’t only blessed with my new position but was nominated for the 2021 Pyramid Society Award (WakeMed’s highest honor) and received a wonderful letter from Senator Jay J. Chaudhuri. My mother would be so proud of me!” 
11. Retirement Plan — WakeMed automatically contributes an amount equal to 3% of the employee’s salary to their retirement account and matches up to another 3% (at 50 cents on the dollar).
12. Become a Viral Sensation or a TV Star — Our employees are often highlighted on our social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn) and occasionally participate in commercial shoots.
13. Diversity & Inclusion — As one of the largest employers in Wake County, we are proud to promote a workforce that draws upon many backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that your individual experiences make us stronger as a whole and we work hard to recognize and celebrate those things that make us unique. The WakeMed Diversity and Inclusion Council supports and advocates for employees and providers to ensure that we have a diverse and inclusive culture where all voices are heard.
14. Comfortable & Cool T-Shirts — Start your WakeMed t-shirt collection! Think of each one as a piece of WakeMed history.
15. Location, Location, Location — With three hospitals; three healthplexes; and numerous primary cares, urgent cares, emergency departments and specialty practices throughout the area, there are many options for different work environments. All our locations are world class, modern and well-maintained.
16. Excellent WakeMed Physician Practice Providers — Not only do we provide the best care to our patients — but also to our staff! The WPP network is available for employees on the WakeMed Health Plan to use for their own personal health care needs.
17. Our Patients, Visitors & Community Members — “My favorite thing about WakeMed are the patients and staff members who make my days so much better. Everyone is so kind and friendly to me on a daily basis. It makes for a fantastic work environment,” Jack Lee, the Daily Dose. 
18. The Employee Pharmacy — Have your pharmaceutical needs taken care of — and at a lower rate than most commercial pharmacies. Bonus: Medications can be delivered to your location if you aren’t at WakeMed Raleigh Campus.
19. Some Days Are Uniquely Different — Some days at WakeMed can be unlike others, we host blood drives, run Farmer’s Markets, offer sweet treats to our staff as a thank you and occasionally dinosaurs show up at WakeMed Children’s Hospital. Yes, we are serious. We like to keep things interesting here.
20. We Are a Family — “I love working at WakeMed because no matter what position a person has, they still treat you equal to them. For example, the President & CEO (Donald Gintzig) will greet you in the hallway and take the time to stop and talk to you with the most pleasant smile. I would recommend others to work at WakeMed. It’s a great work environment,” Gloria Brown, WakeMed Physical Therapy & Rehab.
21. Easy & Free Parking — We make parking a breeze at all our facilities.
22. Knowing You Are Making a Difference — You can go to bed every night knowing that, no matter your role, you are contributing to a great cause and helping people in our community live their fullest, healthiest lives.
There you have it. Could we have listed even more reasons that you should become a WakeMed team member? Of course!
Start exploring our openings to begin your WakeMed journey and experience these 22 reasons and more at WakeMed.
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