Get the Facts

Northwest Medicine United Union (NWMU), an affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), recently filed a petition for a union election for Hospitalists at Swedish Medical Group. While we respect our caregivers' right to organize, we strongly believe you are best served by the direct relationship we currently have.

A message from Dr. Scott Foster-Edwards

Regional Chief Executive, North Division

Employers are required by law to only share facts, opinions, and experiences when discussing unionization. Unlike NWMU, we can’t make promises we might not be able to keep. This site is dedicated to informing our caregivers and providing you with all of the facts about unionization because we believe it’s important for you—our caregivers—to have all the facts before making such an important decision.
Swedish Medical Group - Our Philosophy
At Swedish Medical Group, our patients are at the heart of everything we do, and we understand that to deliver clinical excellence and compassionate care, we have to be there for our caregivers as well.  
Our team works to foster an inclusive workplace where caregivers of differing backgrounds and perspectives can experience a community of mutual respect, inclusivity and collegiality, and know unequivocally that diversity is valued. We are committed to providing our caregivers with best-in-class benefits and compensation packages that reflect the high level of patient care they bring to the bedside every day.
Our roots as the greater Seattle community’s partner in health run deep: For decades, we’ve joined forces with countless organizations to address homelessness, food insecurity, domestic violence, addiction and chronic illness. In the past five years, Swedish Medical Group has invested more than $1 billion to improve the health in our region and bring a deeper sense of well-being to our more vulnerable citizens.

Don't take our word for it: our Providence Swedish caregivers have consistently named us a great place to work and receive care.

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