FirstHealth of the Carolinas named to national “Top Place to Work in Health Care” list

By Staff Report, posted Mar 29, 2023 on BizFayetteville.com

FirstHealth of the Carolinas has been nationally recognized as a top 150 place to work in health care by Becker’s Healthcare.

The 2023 list of the 150 best places to work in health care highlights hospitals, health systems and health care companies that invest in the well-being, satisfaction and fulfillment of their employees.

The health care employers featured on the list provide comprehensive benefits packages,

opportunities for professional development, inclusive work environments and the flexibility

needed for a true work-life balance.

Another factor in compiling the list is community impact and acknowledging health care

companies that place an emphasis on giving back to their community and providing volunteer

Opportunities.

“Our core purpose at FirstHealth is defined by four simple words, To Care for People,” said

Mickey W. Foster, MHA, chief executive officer for FirstHealth of the Carolinas in a press release. “It defines our commitment to the employees, providers and volunteers that make up our health system and how we work together every day to create a vibrant, caring and supporting environment for the FirstHealth family. We’re proud to be named a top place to work in health care in the country.”

First Health was one of four medical institutions recognized across the state.

According to the organization's website: “FirstHealth's commitment to caring for people encompasses care for patients, community members and team members. The organization's CEO, Mickey Foster, wants to build a culture in which all team members are fully committed to FirstHealth's goals and core purpose. To achieve this, Mr. Foster has implemented engagement initiatives such as an employee shadowing program that allows leadership to peek inside the workday of an individual employee, a monthly lunch with employees that opens discussions about employee satisfaction, and a weekly email with news from across the organization. FirstHealth also encourages professional development via a variety of programs and resources.”

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