Access & Opportunity
We’re committed to lifting everyone up.
At Advocate Health, access and opportunity are built into how we care, how we work, and how we grow. We believe everyone deserves the chance to thrive – patients, communities and teammates alike.
By removing barriers and creating environments where people belong, we strengthen our teams, spark innovation and live our purpose of redefining care for all.
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Advocate Health was named to Newsweek’s “Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces”
23
years of our all-teammate FOR ALL Conference, a day of connection, learning and culture-building
2K+
teammate graduates of our Access & Opportunity Certificate Program
200
languages supported by interpreter services across the enterprise
9
points above national benchmarks for the “Respectful Environment Indicator”
What access and opportunity mean for you
Here, access and opportunity are not just principles – they shape how you are supported, included and empowered to grow.
- Your perspective is welcomed and valued.
- Your growth is supported at every stage.
- Your work contributes to meaningful impact in communities.
- You are part of a team where people feel they belong.
Together, we have the opportunity to redefine care – for you, for us, for all.
Supporting teammate health and wellbeing
Accessible hiring
We believe every candidate deserves the opportunity to succeed. We work to remove barriers before your interview, throughout the hiring process and during onboarding.
- We use a structured, skills-focused hiring approach to ensure every candidate is evaluated clearly and consistently.
- We offer support throughout the hiring process to help you perform your best.
- Our workplaces, tools and technologies are designed to be accessible and easy to navigate.
- We apply standardized hiring practices across all roles so every candidate has a consistent experience.
Career growth
We are committed to helping teammates grow their careers while making a difference.
- Clear career pathways and internal mobility
- Learning, development and leadership programs
- Education and upskilling support
- Opportunities across clinical, corporate and operational roles
We invest in your growth so you can build a career with purpose and momentum.
Communication & connection
Connection starts with understanding. We are committed to clear communication to ensure everyone has the change to participate, contribute and lead.
Examples of this include:
- Enterprise language access and interpreting services
- Accessibility-focused learning and resources
- AI literacy training for all teammates
- Health literacy partnership
- Our Access & Opportunity Center for Learning and Development, System Resource Groups, and FOR ALL Committees
Clear communication helps everyone participate, contribute, and lead.
Whole person wellbeing
We invest in whole‑person wellbeing – physical, emotional and financial – so teammates can thrive at work and at home.
Support includes:
- No‑cost virtual therapy and emotional health resources
- Financial wellbeing tools and education
- Flexible, accessible care options
- Family planning and reproductive health support
- Menopause and life-stage care resources
- Caregiver and lactation support
- Access to culturally responsive care and services
- Tools that make care easier to access, wherever you are
Breaking down barriers
Access to care isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all. That’s why Advocate Health invests in bold, innovative solutions that meet people where they are.
- We launched the nation’s largest hospital‑based prescription drone delivery network, helping patients receive medications faster and more reliably.
- To address pharmacy deserts on Chicago’s South Side, we introduced prescription vending machines that dispense medications for common and chronic conditions and connect patients with virtual pharmacists – bringing trusted care directly into the community.
- We’re improving access to healthcare in rural areas by working with partners to invest in rural communities, train the next generation of healthcare workers and support local, community-driven solutions.
These innovations help close gaps in care while creating new ways for teammates to lead change.
Expanding community care
Advocate Health is making long‑term, place‑based investments to expand access and improve outcomes.
- A historic $1 billion investment on Chicago’s South Side is expanding care through a new hospital, enhanced outpatient services and neighborhood care clinics located in trusted community spaces. This work addresses the largest life‑expectancy gap in the nation – nearly 30 years between Chicago’s North and South Sides. The new hospital is scheduled to break ground in 2026.
- In Milwaukee, we are building The Beacon, a comprehensive health and wellness hub designed in partnership with the community and opening in 2026.
- Through our Center for Business Acceleration, we invest in economic mobility and community wellbeing – supporting local businesses, expanding workforce opportunities and strengthening the long-term health of the communities we serve.
“At Advocate Health, we strive to build meaningful partnerships … to ensure everyone has a seat at the table.”
Eugene A. Woods, CEO
Advocate Health
Frequently Asked Questions
Advocate Health Has Talent
What began in 2004 as a humble talent show has become one of our most powerful culture‑building experiences – celebrating creativity, belonging and our teammates’ many gifts. Every teammate has talent. This is where we cheer each other on and shine together.
Advocate Health is committed to ensuring access, opportunity, and respectful treatment for all individuals. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. This commitment applies to all aspects of our work, including, but not limited to, patient care, employment practices, educational programs, research, and all other programs and services operated by or associated with Advocate Health.