Diversity and inclusion

UW Health is profoundly committed to being a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for patients, visitors, staff and physicians. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.​These are the things that make us REMARKABLE. 

Learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion at UW Health

Hear from other staff members who reflect and support the value of diversity at UW Health:

Employee resource groups

Voluntary, employee-led employee resource groups (ERGs) foster a diverse and inclusive workplace aligned with our vision and goals. These groups focus on the experiences and perspectives of our employees who identify as Black/African/African American, Latinx, Asian/Asian American/Pacific Islander, LGBTQ+, Women in leadership and military service members. ERGs provide safe opportunities for employees to network, pursue professional and personal development and improve cultural understanding.

Commitment to military veterans

UW Health is proud to welcome members of the U.S. military who have served our country and bring diversity, professionalism and leadership to our workplace. Through their valued experience and commitment to excellence and service, they further support our patients, families and community through delivery of compassionate and leading-edge healthcare.

Hear from some of our military staff:

Resources:
Military to civilian resume skills translator.

https://www.onetonline.org/
Click “Crosswalks” to access occupations

Networking:
Dryhootch Wisconsin

Career Pathways

Providing the right tools to help someone find their path to a healthcare career is the essence of our Career Pathways mission. Through education, we proactively address the projected workforce shortage and develop a UW Health workforce that is reflective of the diverse patients and communities we serve. A variety of programs and services provide external students and UW Health staff with the valuable resources they need to achieve their career goals.

Our commitment

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.  EOE, including disability/vet.

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