Newswise — The Methodist Hospital System is ranked No. 8 among FORTUNE magazine's 2009 "100 Best Companies to Work For," making the list for the fourth year in a row and remaining the highest ranked company in Texas.
Methodist is ranked in the top 10 for the third year in a row and is the highest ranked health care organization in the country, and the only health care system in Texas to receive the prestigious distinction this year.
Only 14 companies in Texas were chosen. Among the other U.S. companies listed, Methodist ranked No. 2 for the hiring of minorities, No. 15 for the hiring of women and No. 6 in the category of large companies.
The list and related stories appear in the Feb. 4 issue of FORTUNE, available on newsstands Jan. 28 and at www.fortune.com today.
The Methodist Hospital System, which includes a flagship teaching hospital, three community hospitals and a research institute, was awarded the high ranking for providing an exemplary workplace for employees.
Methodist was selected based primarily on a confidential survey sent to randomly selected employees, who were asked questions on the level of trust, pride and camaraderie within their workplace.
Methodist also submitted documentation about its work environment, from benefits to corporate policies to employee demographics. Methodist offers competitive benefits, diversity in the workforce, recognition for employees and a unique environment focused on integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.
"To be recognized by FORTUNE for four consecutive years is an extraordinary accomplishment. This honor is a tribute to our employees and physicians who come to work every day dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families," said Ron Girotto, president and CEO of The Methodist Hospital System. "We are wholly committed to our patients, each other and our values—and that's what sets us apart."
The FORTUNE website highlighted Methodist's expansion, job openings and rewards for employees who worked during Hurricane Ike.
The Methodist Hospital consistently is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of America's best hospitals, ranked in 12 of 16 adult specialties in 2008, the most in the state..
The Methodist Hospital System, with more than 11,000 employees, comprises The Methodist Hospital in the Texas Medical Center, Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, San Jacinto Methodist Hospital in Baytown and The Methodist Hospital Research Institute. Methodist is affiliated with Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New York Presbyterian Hospital.
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