Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the best healthcare organizations to work for in an annual survey recently conducted by Forbes. Headquartered in Coral Gables, Baptist Health ranks number two on this distinguished list, behind Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, - the only healthcare organization in the region on the list.

"We are very proud that Baptist Health earned a top spot on the Forbes list. Our mission statement is rooted in our commitment to integrity, and our values define the way we treat our patients and employees and carry out business," said Brian E. Keeley, President and Chief Executive Officer of Baptist Health. "We work hard to ensure that all of our employees have the tools and support they need in order to grow both personally and professionally."

As noted in the Forbes survey, employees had great things to say about Baptist Health including their work environment and work/life balance. The healthcare system's management is described as "very knowledgeable and competent," while another reviewer points to a "diversity of cultures and personalities" that makes Baptist Health "an interesting place to learn." Another reviewer comments, "We have access to learning tools, technical support, and guidance. Leadership is always available to listen and work to improve processes."

In the research published by Forbes, current and former employees reviewed their hospital and/or healthcare organizations based on their overall employee experience.

Mednax buys Miami practice with over 70 physicians

 

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Mednax acquired Miami-based Radiology Associates of South Florida (RASF), which has more than 70 physicians.

 

The Sunrise-based company (NYSE: MD) did not announce the terms of the deal, but said it paid cash. This is the seventh physician group practice acquisition for Mednax so far in 2017.

 

Founded in 1960, RASF provides diagnostic radiology, interventional radiology and vascular surgery services for Baptist Health South Florida and its seven hospitals. The practice performs about 1 million studies per year.

 

Larkin Palm Springs Campus Now Offers Outpatient Pharmacy Service

 

Larkin Community Hospital's Palm Springs Campus in Hialeah is proud to announce the opening of an outpatient pharmacy. The new pharmacy service is open to patients undergoing outpatient procedures at the hospital as well as members of the public, offering fast and convenient prescriptions at great prices. The Larkin Outpatient Pharmacy is open 7 days a week at 1475 W 49th Street, Hialeah, FL 33012.  

 

Prescriptions can be telephoned in to the pharmacy at 305-824-4771, through E-Prescribe, or faxed to 305-824-4758. Patients may also present written prescriptions to the pharmacy.