Our Leadership, Boards & Staff
2007 Employee Highlights
1,555 employees
129 employees have 20 or more years of service at RIC
RIC is dedicated to diversity; our staff includes:
- 77% Women
- 23% Men
- 56% White
- 31% Black
- 5% Hispanic
- 8% Asian
19 employees at RIC have self-reported that they have a disability
Why is the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (RIC) considered the "#1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America?"* The answer to this question is tied to our hiring and retention of some of the best leaders, allied health professionals, nurses and physicians in the health care field. In addition, RIC is strongly supported by an active board of directors, which includes some of the most influential and prominent activists in the Chicagoland area.
RIC is a career destination for rehabilitaiton professionals. Based on our employee satisfaction survey it's easy to see why. For example, in 2005, employees rated RIC better on average, compared to other hospitals nationally.
RIC's key strengths include:
- Teamwork between physicians and staff
- Effective communication within departments
- Awareness and perceptions of diversity
- Strong leadership skills
- Pride in working for RIC
Source: Morehead & Associates Employee Survey, 2005
Start or Continue Your Career at the #1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America
Whether you are a student about to graduate or a seasoned veteran when considering your career options, start with RIC. We are a mission-driven organization that has a number of exceptional career opportunities for both clinicians and non-clinicans. Explore the career opportunities section of ric.org to learn more.
*Since 1991 U.S.News & World Report has reported that RIC is the "#1 Rehabilitation Hospital in America."