14 VITAL WorkLife Clients Awarded AMA Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition

The American Medical Association's Joy in Medicine™ Health System Recognition Program continues to recognize healthcare organizations that demonstrate exceptional commitment to clinician well-being. In 2024, the AMA honored 62 health systems, hospitals and medical groups with this prestigious distinction. 

Recognition is based on organizational achievement and effort in six competency areas, evaluated through self-assessment and supporting documentation: 

1. Assessment: Measuring physician well-being and burnout is critical to understanding and addressing system issues.
2. Commitment: A cross-cutting organizational commitment to workforce well-being is essential to preventing burnout within an organization. 
3. Efficiency of practice environment: Operational efficiency is key to supporting well-being. Workflow and technology inefficiencies—in addition to documentation requirements—play a central role in driving burnout among physicians. 
4. Teamwork: Effective teamwork can have a tremendous impact on the overall well-being of physicians and care teams. 
5. Leadership: Leadership behaviors set the foundation of organizational culture, a primary indicator of organizational well-being. 
6. Support: Cultivating connections at work is an important means to driving professional satisfaction.

We are proud to announce that 14 VITAL WorkLife clients have earned this recognition!

These organizations have demonstrated their dedication to creating supportive environments where healthcare professionals can truly thrive. 

VITAL WorkLife partners with healthcare organizations to measurably improve the mental health and well-being of their workforce. Our solutions directly support organizations in meeting and exceeding the AMA's recognition criteria through: 

• Comprehensive well-being assessments and metrics 
• Executive coaching and leadership development 
• Team-building and relationship enhancement resources 
• Immediate access to counseling and peer coaching 
• Organizational consulting to address systemic challenges 
• Through our exclusive healthcare focus and experienced network of physician peer coaches and behavioral health consultants, we match clinicians and caregivers with tailored solutions to enhance well-being, career longevity and satisfaction. 

The success of our client organizations in achieving Joy in Medicine recognition demonstrates how VITAL WorkLife's comprehensive approach aligns with the AMA's vision for healthcare workplace excellence. As the industry continues to address clinician burnout, these recognized organizations serve as models for creating sustainable, supportive environments that promote joy in medicine. 

Learn more about the AMA Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program at ama-assn.org/joyinmedicine

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