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Advocate Health

Reimagining health and well-being for nearly 6 million patients across America

Hospital & Health Care
Founded 1897
1000 Blythe Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28204
151000
Profile last updated: June 2026

About Advocate Health

Hospital & Health CareFounded 1897

Advocate Health is the fifth-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation with over 150,000 teammates serving nearly 6 million patients in Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina and Wisconsin. Bringing together the best and brightest from Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health has enabled us to share comprehensive strengths, diverse experiences and enhanced capabilities to reimagine health and well-being, delivering nearly $5 billion in community benefit each year. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we lead the nation in helping people live well and in training the next generation of health care leaders.

Quick Facts

  • IndustryHospital & Health Care
  • Founded1897
  • Headquarters1000 Blythe Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28204
  • Certifications1

What Sets Us Apart

Compassion in Action

Every day, teammates demonstrate genuine care for patients and each other, making decisions grounded in empathy and a deep commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.

Collaborative Teamwork

Teammates across departments, disciplines, and locations actively partner together, recognizing that our greatest impact comes from shared purpose and mutual support.

Innovation and Continuous Learning

The organization fosters a culture of curiosity and improvement, where teammates are encouraged to explore new approaches, participate in research, and grow professionally.

Our Culture

The lived experience at Advocate Health

Compassion in Action

Every day, teammates demonstrate genuine care for patients and each other, making decisions grounded in empathy and a deep commitment to treating people with dignity and respect.

Collaborative Teamwork

Teammates across departments, disciplines, and locations actively partner together, recognizing that our greatest impact comes from shared purpose and mutual support.

Innovation and Continuous Learning

The organization fosters a culture of curiosity and improvement, where teammates are encouraged to explore new approaches, participate in research, and grow professionally.

Safety and Psychological Belonging

Teammates feel safe to speak up, share ideas, and be their authentic selves in a workplace where differences are celebrated and every person's contribution matters.

Purpose-Driven Impact

Working at Advocate Health means being part of something bigger—teammates understand that their work directly improves lives and strengthens communities they serve.

Partnership and Stewardship

Teammates approach their roles as stewards of trust, partners in care delivery, and advocates for equity—making decisions that benefit patients, communities, and each other.

Our Culture DNA

The core values that drive Advocate Health

CompassionExcellenceStewardshipEquityPartnershipInnovationTrustListeningCommunityBelongingGrowthIntegrity

Frequently Asked Questions about Advocate Health

Common questions about working at Advocate Health, their culture, and benefits.

Advocate Health is certified as a Most Loved Workplace® because we prioritize the well-being, growth, and engagement of our teammates. We live our core values of compassion, equality, excellence, partnership, and stewardship through our Purpose and Commitments. Our leadership listens to frontline staff, invests in professional development, and creates an inclusive culture where every teammate can thrive while serving our patients and communities.

Benefits eligibility varies by employment status. Full-time employees (72-80 hours), Part-Time A (60-71 hours), and Part-Time B (40-59 hours) team members have access to different benefit packages. All Advocate Aurora Health team members have access to the Employee Assistance Program at no cost. For specific eligibility details regarding health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits, please contact Human Resources.

We offer comprehensive professional development opportunities including continuing education, licensing and certification support, leadership development programs, and clear career advancement pathways. Many of our teammates participate in research and innovation projects that enhance their expertise. We believe in investing in our people so they can deliver exceptional care and achieve their professional goals.

Our hiring process includes credential validation, pre-placement health screening, criminal background checks, education verification, licensure/certification verification, and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. We require compliance with current immunization policies. Once hired, new teammates receive comprehensive onboarding to help them integrate into our culture and understand our Purpose and Commitments.

Advocate Health serves nearly 6 million patients across six states: Alabama, Georgia, Illinois, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. With 69 hospitals, over 1,000 care locations, and nearly 150,000 teammates, we are the fifth-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation.

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This profile is based on data from LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, and the company's public career page. All certifications are independently verified by Best Practice Institute.