Our Culture

Virtua’s Culture of WE sets it apart from other organizations. It is built on four Guiding Principles that are purposefully aligned to demonstrate that culture, experience, quality, and safety are all interconnected.

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Culture of WE in Action

Virtua is widely recognized as an employer of choice and a best place to work. Our colleagues are part of a unique and nurturing culture. Here’s what sets us apart:

You are APPRECIATED

Be it formally celebrating significant achievements through our WE Awards, receiving Applaud Points for a job well done, or giving/receiving daily recognition through our WE Applaud platform, we value and acknowledge the positive effect our colleagues create for one another, our patients, and the community.

You are APPRECIATED

Be it formally celebrating significant achievements through our WE Awards, receiving Applaud Points for a job well done, or giving/receiving daily recognition through our WE Applaud platform, we value and acknowledge the positive effect our colleagues create for one another, our patients, and the community.

You are supported as a WHOLE Person

We want you to be well, get well, and stay well. Through WE Thrive, colleagues can receive 1:1 help through a Peer Supporter, utilize WE Hours to serve their community or simply decompress, join a sports league, or engage in monthly onsite or virtual events supporting their overall health and well-being.

You are supported as a WHOLE Person

We want you to be well, get well, and stay well. Through WE Thrive, colleagues can receive 1:1 help through a Peer Supporter, utilize WE Hours to serve their community or simply decompress, join a sports league, or engage in monthly onsite or virtual events supporting their overall health and well-being.

You are GROWING

The continuous personal and professional development of our colleagues is an important investment. WE University provides no-cost access to self-serve learning libraries and virtual and in-person instructor-led courses. Available career ambassadors provide additional mentoring and growth opportunities.

You are GROWING

The continuous personal and professional development of our colleagues is an important investment. WE University provides no-cost access to self-serve learning libraries and virtual and in-person instructor-led courses. Available career ambassadors provide additional mentoring and growth opportunities.

Get to Know the Guiding Principles

Virtua’s four Guiding Principles and the associated Simple Actions provide alignment around our shared purpose and a clear path to ensure we are here for good—for everybody, always.

WE Care Compassionately

  • Anticipating needs
  • Practicing empathy
  • Championing safety
  • Supporting well-being

WE Communicate Thoughtfully

  • Listening attentively
  • Sharing the “why”
  • Using clear and kind language
  • Personalizing interactions

WE Invite Belonging

  • Engaging with respect
  • Leading with curiosity
  • Valuing all perspectives
  • Expressing appreciation

WE Deliver Excellence

  • Building trusting relationships
  • Committing to learning
  • Embracing innovation
  • Striving for the highest standards

Additional Resources for Virtua Colleagues

Virtua colleagues are invited to take a deeper dive into our Culture of WE by visiting a dedicated section of the Colleague Corner.

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