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What is Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center?
At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, we understand that you have a life beyond your commitment with us. And because we know that the work you do is not only for the good of the patients we take care of — but also for the good of you and yours — listed below are just some of the many amenities we provide to make sure you're taken care of, too.
What is the Office of Workforce Development?
The Office of Workforce Development in Human Resources offers a number of opportunities for employees to enhance their job skills. This office provides free career and academic counseling, college placement testing, on-site pre-college prep courses in math, reading and English and college-level science courses. Workforce Development also offers free on-site English classes for non-native English speakers.
What is EAP in hospital?
Employee Assistance Program. You and members of your household may take advantage of the hospital's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which provides confidential counseling for issues small or large. The EAP also provides free legal and financial consultation as well as helpful work/life resources.
How many hours do you have to work to get earned time?
You are eligible for earned time if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Based on the current ET accrual rates, full-time employees scheduled to work 40 hours a week accrue 28 days annually. You will earn additional days as your years of service increase.
Does Fidelity invest in 403b?
There is no match or CORE contribution to the 403 (b) Plan.
What does it mean to make a difference?
Our caregivers have worked tirelessly to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. From delivering coloring books and coffee to serving as a lifeline between patients and families, they've found big and small ways to make a difference.
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- At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, we understand that you have a life beyond your commitment with us. And because we know that the work you do is not only for the good of the patients we take care of but also for the good of you and yours listed below are just some of the many amenities we provide to make sure you're taken care of, too.
Membership
- Employees who are regularly scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in the Employee Benefits Program. Employee benefits start on the first of the month following employment.
Overview
- Earned Time (ET) is a program in which traditional sick, vacation and holiday hours are combined to provide you with maximum flexibility in determining the use of your paid time-off benefit. You are eligible for earned time if you are regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Based on the current ET accrual rates, full-time employees accrue 28 days annually. You will ear…
Results
- After you have completed six months of employment, you may receive reimbursement of tuition costs for approved work-related courses for up to $1,500 during each calendar year. After five years of service, the amount increases to $2,250 per year. Direct patient care employees are eligible for additional funds. This amount is pro-rated for regular pa...
Benefits
- Benefits-eligible employees may enroll in the employer-subsidized monthly MBTA pass program by the 10th of the previous month. BIDMC subsidizes cash sales at 45 percent, and passes purchased through payroll deduction are subsidized at 50 percent up to $120. This summary is intended to be a general outline of benefits available to you as an employee of BIDMC. Though e…
Cost
- Off-site parking with shuttle service to the hospital campus is available to employees. Please check with Commuter Services for exact availability. On-site parking is very limited. Cost for the various lots/garages varies, and the fees will be deducted from your paycheck.
Future
- In addition to the 401(k) Plan eligible employees may also save and invest pre-tax money (up to the annual IRS limits) in a 403(b) Plan through Fidelity Investments. There is no match or CORE contribution to the 403(b) Plan.
Programs
- Care.com is a program offers backup childcare and adult-care services for those times when regular care arrangements are not available (i.e. holidays when regular day care center is closed, between camp and school schedules). Workforce Development also oversees BIDMC's Pipeline Programs that sponsor employees' education and training for specific jobs at BIDMC, such as P…