Benefits

Benefits designed to benefit you

Careers Well Cared For

TeamWell is Northwell’s comprehensive program for our team members and their families so we can all be healthy together through well-being and community support. We want our team members to feel supported by a culture that empowers us to use our well-being resources in seven key areas: emotional, environmental, financial, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual.

TeamWell inspires us to be our best so we can be fully present for our patients, families and each other, with benefits and well-being resources that are here for us whenever we need them, for any reason. With good health, anything is possible.

Team Well - Environmental - Intellectual - Physical - Spiritual - Emotional - Financial - Social

Benefits by the numbers

Northwell Health invests in our team members by offering you and your family members comprehensive benefits, so you can be at your best and feel your best. See some of our benefits below.

$22.5 million

in tuition reimbursement to help our team members develop their skills and careers.

31,000+ providers

to choose among in our comprehensive health plans for team members. retirement plan 82% of team members who participate in our retirement plans are

82% of team members

who participate in our retirement plans are expected to retire comfortably (generating 80%+ of their current income), with help from Northwell contributions.

$4,900/year

in average team member savings from using our subsidized child-care benefit with Learning Care Group.

$1.65 million

in Northwell contributions to assist our team members in buying their first home.

Making better choices and committing to a healthy lifestyle helps us prevent illness and stay active. Northwell promotes healthy lifestyle choices in support of your physical well-being, including health and welfare benefits, nutrition, fitness, health services and family planning resources and programs.

  • Medical: three comprehensive medical plans, plus a prescription drug plan, to help you find coverage that best fits your needs.
    • Free ($0 copay) primary and specialist office visits when seeing Northwell Health Physician Partner (NHPP) providers.
    • Navigation and concierge fast track services to appointments and care in a variety of specialties such as behavioral health, cancer, pediatrics and musculoskeletal care for members.
  • Well-being credit program: up to $3,400 in annual paycheck credits for completing healthy actions, to offset the cost of team member medical insurance.
    • This means approximately 60% of team members are eligible to receive coverage for around $100/paycheck or less.
  • Family planning: 100% covered fertility treatments, up to $40,000 financial assistance for costs related to the adoption of a child, paid parental leave benefits to bond with a new child and more.
    • Up to $45,000 lifetime coverage for IVF treatments including genetic testing and short-term shortage.
    • An additional $15,000 lifetime coverage for fertility specialty Rx medications.
    • Over 4,000 parental leaves annually, with up to 22 weeks of total leave time for birthing parents.
  • Dental: two plans offered that include no-cost routine exams, X-rays, cleanings and orthodontia coverage for all covered dependents.
  • Vision: no-cost annual exams, lenses, frames and warranty covered at 100%.
  • 50+ local fitness centers offering discounts to team members and their families.
    • Our WellHub program connects over 6,000 team members and their dependents with flexible, discounted fitness options, including gyms, studios, personal trainers and virtual classes.
  • Short-term, long-term disability and life insurance plans: income protection plans available for all eligible team members, far beyond NYS disability requirements.

Building resilience helps us navigate and adapt during the tough moments and enjoy the good ones. Northwell offers numerous programs and services to support your emotional well-being, including crisis support, counseling, stress management resources, and substance use prevention and cessation programs.

  • Mental health and emotional well-being: free and confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) and concierge access to behavioral health support and online therapy with additional programs and services available.
  • BeHealth: digital confidential care navigation and online therapy with licensed therapists and experts in evidence-based care for depression, anxiety, alcohol use and more.
  • Unlonely project: connects each other through the arts to combat the negative impact of loneliness.
  • Discounts and wellness programs: tips and tracker for healthier living through an app, as well as free counseling services, and other employee services.

Making wise decisions to meet current financial obligations and planning for a secure financial future helps us enjoy life. Northwell offers several programs and resources to support your financial well-being, covering topics such as paying for education, financial planning, family planning and childcare and retirement.

  • Retirement planning: employer contribution and additional company match after one year of service for eligible team members.
    • Eligible team members will be able to elect 401(k) or 100% employer-funded Pension benefit.
  • Flexible spending accounts: nearly 10,000 team members elect to use pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare, dependent care or commuter-related expenses.
  • Advancing your education: continuous learning programs, at no cost to our team members, such as the Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), education discounts at select colleges and universities, 50+ mentorship programs and more.
  • Tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement programs: eligible team members may receive 100% employer-paid tuition expenses toward a master’s degree from our Northwell Health Hofstra University program and can receive $5,000 per calendar year in reimbursement toward qualified tuition expenses for an associate’s, bachelor’s or graduate-level degree at any accredited university.
  • Student loan refinancing: assistance available through various loan partners to eligible team members.
  • Subsidized child-care and summer camp through the Learning Care Group, resulting in an average savings of $4,791/year.
  • Dependent care assistance: Bright Horizons back-up care for children and elders, as well as tutoring, discounts and more.
  • New home ownership financial support: financial assistance to eligible team members when purchasing a home, including up to $5,000 from Northwell.
  • Voluntary benefits: accident insurance, cancer insurance, critical illness insurance, identity theft insurance, pet insurance, pre-paid legal services, long-term care insurance and select life insurance.
  • Financial planning: no cost 1:1 retirement consultation with Transamerica and wealth management consultations with Morgan Stanley to help you meet your financial well-being goals.
  • Emergency savings accounts: eligible team members receive a company match toward their Northwell Savings+ accounts with Fourleaf Federal Credit Union.

Connecting with others and feeling valued fuels our soul. Northwell offers numerous programs and resources to support your social well-being including the BERGs, myRecognition, our Northwell Life Instagram/Facebook Group and much more.

  • Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO) and legal holidays.
  • Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs): read more about our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
  • Ride sharing: ridesharing initiative with our ride matching partner 511NY.
  • Rewards and recognition program: colleagues and team members are recognized and thanked by earning points that can be used for merchandise and/or gift cards.
  • High-potential program: identifies, develops and promotes top talent from within, and aims to help these aspiring leaders bring their passion and ambition. Learn more about our career experience.
  • President’s Award: showcases the explorers, pioneers and team members whose spark and instinct to care bring our mission to life in extraordinary ways.

Finding purpose, hope, connection and comfort on the good days and the tough days strengthens our spiritual well-being. Northwell offers several programs and resources to support your spiritual well-being from chaplaincy services.

  • Chaplaincy services: a sacred space for people of all faiths and cultural beliefs.
  • Grief support: support during the loss of a loved one.
  • Heart-to-heart: virtual discussion with one of our chaplains to offer support and comfort.
  • Inspiration call line: uplifting messages of encouragement, inspiration and hope, available 24/7.
  • Maternal heart-to-heart support: virtual discussion with one of our chaplains to offer support and comfort on maternal and women’s health issues.
  • Team Lavender: a moment of pause and an opportunity to breathe, reflect and promote self-care.

Your professional success and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. Northwell offers resources designed to ensure your comfort, health and a positive workplace experience, including:

  • Workforce safety programs, including programs for preventing slips, trips, and falls, and ensuring safe patient handling, demonstrating our commitment to a secure working environment for all.
  • Access to well-being spaces like our serene meditation rooms, quiet areas, walking paths, on-site fitness centers, and comfortable lactation rooms provide tranquil spots for reflection, rejuvenation and personal needs throughout your day.
  • Stress First Aid, a peer support approach designed to help you recognize, understand, and effectively manage workplace stress, alongside practical monthly tips for resilience.
  • Participation in ride sharing and carpool programs that help you save money and reduce your environmental footprint, complemented by electric vehicle charging stations at many locations.
  • Access to “Healthy Choice” options in our cafeterias, making it easier to make nutritious food choices throughout your workday.
  • Engage with comprehensive sustainability programs, from active recycling programs to energy conservation, reflecting our dedication to reducing our collective carbon footprint and contributing to a healthier planet.
  • Beyond the workplace, discover various community engagement and wellness opportunities designed to enrich your life, such as discounts and volunteer opportunities.

A fulfilling career is built on continuous learning and development. Northwell provides opportunities to support your professional journey from day one with access to:

  • Our comprehensive career framework, which helps you visualize your future at Northwell, clearly outlining roles and pathways for your development and advancement within the organization.
  • Connect with leaders and colleagues through our mentorship programs, designed to provide professional and personal development guidance as you grow your career.
  • Personalized career advice on navigating specific career fields directly from Northwell’s leading experts and specialists.
  • Virtual and in-person enrichment courses and career events, designed to expand your skill set and foster continuous professional learning.
  • Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub, providing tools and training to simplify workflows, boost efficiency and empower you to stay at the forefront of healthcare innovation.

Making better choices and committing to a healthy lifestyle helps us prevent illness and stay active. Northwell promotes healthy lifestyle choices in support of your physical well-being, including health and welfare benefits, nutrition, fitness, health services and family planning resources and programs.

  • Medical: three comprehensive medical plans, plus a prescription drug plan, to help you find coverage that best fits your needs.
    • Free ($0 copay) primary and specialist office visits when seeing Northwell Health Physician Partner (NHPP) providers.
    • Navigation and concierge fast track services to appointments and care in a variety of specialties such as behavioral health, cancer, pediatrics and musculoskeletal care for members.
  • Well-being credit program: up to $3,400 in annual paycheck credits for completing healthy actions, to offset the cost of team member medical insurance.
    • This means approximately 60% of team members are eligible to receive coverage for around $100/paycheck or less.
  • Family planning: 100% covered fertility treatments, up to $40,000 financial assistance for costs related to the adoption of a child, paid parental leave benefits to bond with a new child and more.
    • Up to $45,000 lifetime coverage for IVF treatments including genetic testing and short-term shortage.
    • An additional $15,000 lifetime coverage for fertility specialty Rx medications.
    • Over 4,000 parental leaves annually, with up to 22 weeks of total leave time for birthing parents.
  • Dental: two plans offered that include no-cost routine exams, X-rays, cleanings and orthodontia coverage for all covered dependents.
  • Vision: no-cost annual exams, lenses, frames and warranty covered at 100%.
  • 50+ local fitness centers offering discounts to team members and their families.
    • Our WellHub program connects over 6,000 team members and their dependents with flexible, discounted fitness options, including gyms, studios, personal trainers and virtual classes.
  • Short-term, long-term disability and life insurance plans: income protection plans available for all eligible team members, far beyond NYS disability requirements.

Building resilience helps us navigate and adapt during the tough moments and enjoy the good ones. Northwell offers numerous programs and services to support your emotional well-being, including crisis support, counseling, stress management resources, and substance use prevention and cessation programs.

  • Mental health and emotional well-being: free and confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) and concierge access to behavioral health support and online therapy with additional programs and services available.
  • BeHealth: digital confidential care navigation and online therapy with licensed therapists and experts in evidence-based care for depression, anxiety, alcohol use and more.
  • Unlonely project: connects each other through the arts to combat the negative impact of loneliness.
  • Discounts and wellness programs: tips and tracker for healthier living through an app, as well as free counseling services, and other employee services.

Making wise decisions to meet current financial obligations and planning for a secure financial future helps us enjoy life. Northwell offers several programs and resources to support your financial well-being, covering topics such as paying for education, financial planning, family planning and childcare and retirement.

  • Retirement planning: employer contribution and additional company match after one year of service for eligible team members.
    • Eligible team members will be able to elect 401(k) or 100% employer-funded Pension benefit.
  • Flexible spending accounts: nearly 10,000 team members elect to use pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare, dependent care or commuter-related expenses.
  • Advancing your education: continuous learning programs, at no cost to our team members, such as the Center for Learning and Innovation (CLI), education discounts at select colleges and universities, 50+ mentorship programs and more.
  • Tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement programs: eligible team members may receive 100% employer-paid tuition expenses toward a master’s degree from our Northwell Health Hofstra University program and can receive $5,000 per calendar year in reimbursement toward qualified tuition expenses for an associate’s, bachelor’s or graduate-level degree at any accredited university.
  • Student loan refinancing: assistance available through various loan partners to eligible team members.
  • Subsidized child-care and summer camp through the Learning Care Group, resulting in an average savings of $4,791/year.
  • Dependent care assistance: Bright Horizons back-up care for children and elders, as well as tutoring, discounts and more.
  • New home ownership financial support: financial assistance to eligible team members when purchasing a home, including up to $5,000 from Northwell.
  • Voluntary benefits: accident insurance, cancer insurance, critical illness insurance, identity theft insurance, pet insurance, pre-paid legal services, long-term care insurance and select life insurance.
  • Financial planning: no cost 1:1 retirement consultation with Transamerica and wealth management consultations with Morgan Stanley to help you meet your financial well-being goals.
  • Emergency savings accounts: eligible team members receive a company match toward their Northwell Savings+ accounts with Fourleaf Federal Credit Union.

Connecting with others and feeling valued fuels our soul. Northwell offers numerous programs and resources to support your social well-being including the BERGs, myRecognition, our Northwell Life Instagram/Facebook Group and much more.

  • Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO) and legal holidays.
  • Business Employee Resource Groups (BERGs): read more about our commitment to inclusion and belonging.
  • Ride sharing: ridesharing initiative with our ride matching partner 511NY.
  • Rewards and recognition program: colleagues and team members are recognized and thanked by earning points that can be used for merchandise and/or gift cards.
  • High-potential program: identifies, develops and promotes top talent from within, and aims to help these aspiring leaders bring their passion and ambition. Learn more about our career experience.
  • President’s Award: showcases the explorers, pioneers and team members whose spark and instinct to care bring our mission to life in extraordinary ways.

Finding purpose, hope, connection and comfort on the good days and the tough days strengthens our spiritual well-being. Northwell offers several programs and resources to support your spiritual well-being from chaplaincy services.

  • Chaplaincy services: a sacred space for people of all faiths and cultural beliefs.
  • Grief support: support during the loss of a loved one.
  • Heart-to-heart: virtual discussion with one of our chaplains to offer support and comfort.
  • Inspiration call line: uplifting messages of encouragement, inspiration and hope, available 24/7.
  • Maternal heart-to-heart support: virtual discussion with one of our chaplains to offer support and comfort on maternal and women’s health issues.
  • Team Lavender: a moment of pause and an opportunity to breathe, reflect and promote self-care.

Your professional success and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. Northwell offers resources designed to ensure your comfort, health and a positive workplace experience, including:

  • Workforce safety programs, including programs for preventing slips, trips, and falls, and ensuring safe patient handling, demonstrating our commitment to a secure working environment for all.
  • Access to well-being spaces like our serene meditation rooms, quiet areas, walking paths, on-site fitness centers, and comfortable lactation rooms provide tranquil spots for reflection, rejuvenation and personal needs throughout your day.
  • Stress First Aid, a peer support approach designed to help you recognize, understand, and effectively manage workplace stress, alongside practical monthly tips for resilience.
  • Participation in ride sharing and carpool programs that help you save money and reduce your environmental footprint, complemented by electric vehicle charging stations at many locations.
  • Access to “Healthy Choice” options in our cafeterias, making it easier to make nutritious food choices throughout your workday.
  • Engage with comprehensive sustainability programs, from active recycling programs to energy conservation, reflecting our dedication to reducing our collective carbon footprint and contributing to a healthier planet.
  • Beyond the workplace, discover various community engagement and wellness opportunities designed to enrich your life, such as discounts and volunteer opportunities.

A fulfilling career is built on continuous learning and development. Northwell provides opportunities to support your professional journey from day one with access to:

  • Our comprehensive career framework, which helps you visualize your future at Northwell, clearly outlining roles and pathways for your development and advancement within the organization.
  • Connect with leaders and colleagues through our mentorship programs, designed to provide professional and personal development guidance as you grow your career.
  • Personalized career advice on navigating specific career fields directly from Northwell’s leading experts and specialists.
  • Virtual and in-person enrichment courses and career events, designed to expand your skill set and foster continuous professional learning.
  • Our Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub, providing tools and training to simplify workflows, boost efficiency and empower you to stay at the forefront of healthcare innovation.