Our Quality Health Professionals
2007 Employee Highlights
1,555 employees
129 employees have 20 or more years of service at RIC
Retention rate: 89.8% of employees – nearly 9 out of 10
RIC is dedicated to diversity; 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 clinicians and administrators in the health care field. Our success as a career destination is evident from the satisfaction of our employees. 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
Physician's Role in Rehabilitation Care
Allied Health Professional's Role in Rehabilitation Care
Nurse's Role in Rehabilitation Care