Are you ready for the stroke survey?

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 30, 2021

Are you ready for the stroke survey?

As a Joint Commission certified primary stroke center, Hillsboro Medical Center is required to participate in a survey by the end of the year. The survey is conducted every two years. Certification demonstrates our commitment to continuous improvement by providing high…


Employed veteran time off for Veterans Day

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 30, 2021

Employed veteran time off for Veterans Day

This is a reminder that veterans are entitled to having Veteran’s day off on Thursday, Nov. 11.  To be eligible, you need to provide documentation of military service, discharge papers, or active military identification in order to have the time…


Oct. 6: Virtual town hall meetings

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 27, 2021

Oct. 6: Virtual town hall meetings

Join Hillsboro Medical Center President Lori James-Nielsen and members of the Executive Leadership Team for one of 3 scheduled virtual town halls. During the meeting, you’ll receive an updated perspective on the Delta variant and its impact on our patient…


Mid-year changes available to your FSA accounts

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 10, 2021

Mid-year changes available to your FSA accounts

Hillsboro Medical Center is providing an opportunity for employees to make mid-year changes to employee Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care Flexible Spending accounts without having a qualifying life event. This mid-year opportunity allows you to make changes…


HMC Mandatory Vaccination Policy and Deadlines

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 3, 2021

HMC Mandatory Vaccination Policy and Deadlines

In the Aug. 30 InnerViews newsletter, we shared the Oregon Health Authority’s guidance that all health care workers must be fully vaccinated (or complete the medical or religious exception process) by Oct. 18. “Fully vaccinated” is defined as 14 days post-final…


Employee benefit: Retirement planning consultant

Posted in Employee Essentials, September 2, 2021

Employee benefit: Retirement planning consultant

With your Transamerica retirement plan, you have access to a financial professional who can discuss your retirement strategy. A Transamerica retirement planning consultant (RPC) can help you: Enroll in the plan Review and understand Your Retirement Outlook® Determine your contribution…


Certification Bonus: Apply by Sept. 10

Posted in Employee Essentials, August 31, 2021

Certification Bonus: Apply by Sept. 10

Healthcare professionals who distinguish themselves in the workforce by obtaining voluntary professional certifications provide a value-added level of expertise to our patients’ care. OHSU Health Hillsboro Medical Center is proud to help promote your development by supporting your achievement of…


Reminder: Where employees should park

Posted in Employee Essentials, July 13, 2021

Reminder: Where employees should park

[caption id="attachment_11331" align="alignnone" width="630"] The red circles on the map outlines employee parking zones.[/caption] With patient census remaining high in the hospital and ambulatory service visits getting back to normal pre-COVID levels, management would like to remind all employees about our…


It's going to be blistering hot this weekend: Tips to stay safe and healthy

Posted in Employee Essentials, June 24, 2021

It's going to be blistering hot this weekend: Tips to stay safe and healthy

The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for our area. The Warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Saturday through 11 p.m. Monday. Dangerously hot afternoon high temperatures of 98°F to 103°F with some local areas experiencing…


Simplified and improved process for tuition assistance starts July 1

Posted in Employee Essentials, June 24, 2021

Simplified and improved process for tuition assistance starts July 1

To optimize the employee experience and improve the Tuition Assistance Program, a new simplified application process will start on July 1.  Employees will no longer be required to apply for approval prior to taking classes/exams to further their education.  The…