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Purpose Statement: Consistently Exceptional Care
Barton HealthCare System is a not-for-profit, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, race or handicap in its relationship with patients, visitors or employees.
Mission
The mission of Barton HealthCare System is to provide high quality, cost effective, compassionate care, using the latest technology within our resources. As a community owned healthcare system we believe that education and community involvement are the foundation of providing better healthcare.
Vision
In keeping with our mission, BHS is a Quality Community Provider with a focus on our areas of excellence.
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Maintaining ongoing improvement in quality, outcome, and patient satisfaction through continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
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Developing signature services to enable the organization to expand our offerings to a larger population.
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Promoting wellness through education and services.
Values
To achieve our vision, BHS must:
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Meet and exceed the service expectations of our patients, physicians and other customers.
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Maintain financial viability.
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Optimize processes in patient care, relevant to the multiple dimensions of quality.
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Integrate with the medical staff to be effective.
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Optimize job satisfaction.
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Support a teaching and learning environment for the competence of those who provide the services.
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Include system thinking and teamwork by utilizing the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement.
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Comply with all applicable laws as a good corporate citizen.
Behaviors
The desired environment as described above is geared toward engendering interpersonal behaviors, which will include:
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Maintaining focus on patients and stressing a patient safety culture.
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Providing a compassionate and confidential environment.
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Empowering and rewarding innovation and performance.
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Managing resources efficiently between all individuals in the organization.
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Treating all with mutual respect and trust.
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Demonstrating integrity and honesty.
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Providing ongoing education and job advancement opportunities.
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Conducting our business activities in compliance with all laws and with the highest ethical standards.
Accreditation Licensing
Since our inception in 1963, Barton HealthCare System has been fully accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO) and licensed by the state of California.
Every 3 years the hospital is scrutinized on everything from housekeeping techniques to medical care. Results of each survey have been outstanding in quality of care and delivery methods.
We strive to do our best and welcome your comments. Should you need to contact the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) for additional patient care concerns, please visit their website, www.jointcommission.org.