"This honor belongs to our employees," said Ava Padmore-Lewis, senior vice president and chief human resources officer for VITAS. "Their compassion, dedication and purpose-driven work are what make VITAS a special place for patients, families and each other. I am proud of the culture they have created and the difference they make every day."
Employee voices were central to the recognition, underscoring the organization's longstanding commitment to its people and mission. VITAS team members were invited to share their experiences in a confidential survey earlier this year. Responses measured key drivers of engaged workplace cultures, including alignment, connection and purpose.
One anonymous employee stated, "I'm in love with the culture at VITAS. The mentality to help each other makes you feel like you're never alone. To be able to work with leaders who will listen to your concerns and help you work through those concerns is truly one of a kind."
"I would recommend VITAS as a great place to work," said another undisclosed employee. "The leaders genuinely care for their employees' success and have created a supportive environment. They encourage a culture of kindness, respect and integrity, which our leadership best exemplifies."
VITAS continues to invest in its workforce through career development programs, employee recognition platforms, and new technologies that enhance collaboration and productivity. In 2023, VITAS received a best-in-class award from the HRO Today Association for excellence in employee experience in healthcare.
Founded in 1978, VITAS today employs nearly 12,000 professionals across 15 states and the District of Columbia, delivering compassionate hospice and palliative care to 22,000 seriously ill patients each day.
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About VITAS® Healthcare
VITAS Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of end-of-life care. For almost 50 years, VITAS (pronounced VEE-tahs) has delivered compassionate hospice and palliative care to seriously ill patients and their families. Headquartered in Miramar, Florida, the company operates 58 service areas across 15 states (Alabama, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and Wisconsin) and the District of Columbia.
VITAS cares for more than 22,000 patients daily, primarily wherever they call home, as well as in its inpatient hospice settings and through partnerships with hospitals, nursing homes and assisted living communities. With a team of nearly 12,000 employees, VITAS was named a 2025 Top Workplace in Healthcare. Visit www.vitas.com.
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