USF Health’s mission is to Make Life Better in the communities we serve by providing excellence in the areas of patient care, education and research. Together, we will be the most trusted and best academic health system in Florida.
At our core, the foundation of USF Health is built upon:
Interprofessionalism: We understand the roles and responsibilities of others while communicating effectively across teams, merging professional expertise, and collaborating to improve health outcomes for our communities.
Compassion
and Passion: We have a deep awareness and kindness
for all, and a strong enthusiasm for Making Life Better.
Accountability: We
accept responsibility for our actions, attitudes, and performance and do the
right thing when no one is looking.
Respect
and Inclusion: We embrace all diversity and treat one another
with dignity and empathy.
Excellence: We perform at the highest level. We are
resilient lifelong learners with grit and strive to continuously improve.
1. Create innovative solutions in a world driven by change,
through a commitment to collaboration.
2. Have an unwavering dedication to our students,
continuous learning and education, and service to our patients.
3. Value diversity and be inclusive, in all situations, to
ensure the highest performing teams.
4. Care about one another by using self and social
awareness to recognize emotions and their impact on others, and understanding
and appreciating others’ thoughts and feelings.
5. Be courageous and resilient – bravely “show up” for each
other and demonstrate fortitude to keep going, even during the toughest of
circumstances.
6. Have transparency in who we are. Everyone on the USF Health team understands and communicates our mission
and vision, and clearly communicates how that mission and vision impacts
individuals and the greater organization. Diverse opinions and all views are encouraged,
respected and appreciated.
7. Create an environment for growth. We have committed leaders
who encourage and support professional growth; we acknowledge and praise
individuals and are dedicated to giving constructive feedback in order to
encourage high performance.
8. Be optimistic and assume positive intent.
9. Act with the highest level of integrity and
authenticity; we say what we mean, mean what we say, and defend our shared
values and principles.
10. Practice good stewardship – we strive to effectively and
efficiently manage all resources (people and materials).
At USF Health our culture values include grit, life long learning, innovation and compassion.
Click on Culture Making Life Better and read more about how USF Health is making life
better for all the communities we serve.
Faculty and staff who exemplify the values of USF Health will be recognized and awarded with a culture coin for their outstanding dedication to our mission of Making Life Better through education, research and patient care.
To view the list of this year's awardees please visit the 2021 Culture Champions page.
