At UW Health, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable resource. Our Total Rewards Philosophyprovides competitive compensation and benefits to reward highly talented employees who possess the skills required to fulfill UW Health’s vision of providing remarkable health care.

Why is it called “Total Rewards”?
Because it’s more than just a paycheck. Total Rewards highlights the many ways employees benefit from being part of UW Health, both personally and professionally.

Who does Total Rewards apply to?
Everyone at UW Health, from clinical staff to those working behind the scenes and all roles in between.

Compensation 

UW Health is committed to providing all employees with a competitive level of compensation at time of hire and throughout their career. We offer competitive, market-based pay ranges across the board, based on the employee’s experience and education and the external labor market. 

Sign-on bonuses

Certain positions may qualify for a sign-on bonus, based on role, shift and experience. Check with a UW Health recruiter for more information.

Employee referral bonus program  

We offer a bonus to employees who refer friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions that are listed as eligible for referral bonuses. The applicant must be hired for the bonus to be earned.  

Relocation assistance

If you are looking to relocate to Madison, Rockford or the surrounding areas to work at UW Health, relocation assistance may be available. Ask a UW Health recruiter about eligibility.

Health insurance and prescription coverage

UW Health offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of health plans, including traditional and high-deductible options. All plans cover preventive services at 100% and include prescription drug coverage, which significantly reduces employee out-of-pocket prescription costs.

Dental insurance

Dental benefits are available to cover preventive, basic restorative and major restorative services.  

Vision insurance

Vision benefits are available to help cover the cost of eye exams, eyeglasses and contact lenses. 

Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible spending accounts are available to use pre-tax dollars to cover (eligible) out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses.

Disability and life insurance 

Life insurance, AD&D insurance and disability plan options are available to financially protect employees and their families when catastrophic events occur. 

Paid time off 

UW Health’s total time off is built to help employees have the time off they need to maintain a work/life balance. Benefit eligibility begins on the first day of employment. UW Health also recognizes paid holidays and offers paid parental leave with immediate eligibility.

Retirement 

Robust employer-sponsored, tax-advantaged retirement savings plans are available to eligible employees, including employer contributions.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

Our Employee Assistance Program provides no-cost, confidential services to employees and their families when personal stressors become overwhelming. Our EAP vendor, SupportLinc, offers 24/7 confidential support when employees have legal, financial, child care or other concerns. 

Adoption assistance

Adoption assistance is available for UW Health employees who wish to grow their family through adoption. Our adoption assistance benefit reimburses employees for qualified expenses directly related to the adoption of a child.

Pet insurance

We offer our employees a discount on pet insurance plans. This includes accidents, illnesses, behavioral conditions and more.

Discounts  Employees receive a variety of corporate discounts, including restaurants, fitness clubs and other businesses.  

Wellbeing programs 

Employee Wellbeing is a foundation to UW Health’s success. We support healthy lifestyles through our four dimensions of wellbeing: Emotional wellbeing, financial wellbeing, physical wellbeing and well-being in the workday.

Our Employee Wellbeing program offers and promotes activities, education and resources to all UW Health staff and supports them in changing behaviors and making healthier choices.

Recognition programs 

Many areas regularly recognize high-achieving employees through a variety of award programs.

Remote/flexible work options  Non-clinical positions traditionally performed in an office setting may have options for remote or hybrid working arrangements, depending on the job and location.  

Advancing your career 

We support professional growth through various programs designed to help qualify employees for positions with greater responsibility. UW Health’s learning and development resources are continuously expanding to include learning sessions and a resource library covering a variety of topics including team and individual development, computer/technical skills, supervisory or management development, tools for new employees and organizational learning.

Apprenticeships and training programs

UW Health offers various training programs and apprenticeships to both current employees and external applicants. These programs give employees the opportunity to grow their skills, certifications and credentials with the support of UW Health.

Tuition reimbursement  Our tuition assistance and reimbursement programs provide financial support to eligible employees pursuing education that aligns with career development and organizational workforce needs. Employees may also be eligible for the student loan forgiveness program, because we’re a non-profit.