Covenant Health honoured with trio of accolades

By Gillian Slade on February 28, 2018.

Medicine Hat News

Covenant Health’s St. Joseph’s Home has been recognized as one of Alberta’s Top 70 Employers, one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures and one of this year’s World’s Most Ethical Companies¨, Covenant Health announced in a press release this week.

“We are always honoured to receive these recognitions,” said Patrick Dumelie, Covenant Health CEO. “We foster a workplace where diversity and inclusive practices are sought out and where we make it a priority to do the right thing. Everywhere I look I see our teams coming to work every day empowered to make a difference in the lives of Albertans. I am very proud of what we stand for and our continued commitment to serve those in need by delivering compassionate care.”

From hospital care to seniors’ care to primary care, Covenant Health staff help keep Alberta’s communities strong by creating safe, healthy and fulfilling workplaces.

“Residents, patients and staff create a culture where getting to know your neighbour is important,” says Ryan Wiest, St. Joseph Home Site Administrator. “That neighbour helping neighbour attitude makes St. Joseph’s Home the friendly and welcoming community that it is.”

Covenant Health is a health-care partner operating 17 facilities including acute and continuing care services.

Alberta’s Top 70 Employers recognizes those that offer exceptional places to work based on atmosphere, employee benefits and professional development opportunities.

The World’s Most Ethical Company honours those excelling in promotion of ethical business standards internally, enabling managers and employees to make good choices shaping industry standards.

Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures recognizes those that enhance performance and sustain a competitive advantage.