Fall 2017 Awards & Recognition
Best Places to Work in Healthcare – Modern Healthcare
West Valley Medical Center has been named among the 100 Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for a fourth time. West Valley ranked 28th nationally in the providers/insurers category and is the only hospital in Idaho to make the 2017 list.
Now in its tenth year, the award program identifies and recognizes outstanding employers in the health care industry nationwide. Employees with these companies then make a difference by providing patients and customers with the best possible care and services.
Grade ‘A’ Biannual Safety Review — The Leapfrog Group
West Valley Medical Center has received its seventh consecutive “A” grade in the biannual Hospital Safety Score published by The Leapfrog Group. The designation recognizes exceptional performance in consistently meeting evidence-based patient safety guidelines.
The “A” grade for fall 2017 is a continuation of West Valley’s record of top honors from The Leapfrog Group. Since its first Hospital Safety Score review in 2012, the hospital has received ten “A” grades — the most of any facility in Idaho.
Several initiatives contribute to the high level of patient safety at West Valley Medical Center, including a multidisciplinary safety committee and participation in a Joint Commission project to reduce surgical-site infections. Additionally, investment in technology like the HUGS infant security and computerized medication management systems further ensures safety.
West Valley celebrates fourth consecutive knee replacement five-star designation
West Valley Medical Center is honored to be the recipient of its fourth consecutive Healthgrades five-star designation for total knee replacement procedures.
In addition to this award, West Valley is proud to announce the following ratings from Healthgrades:
- Third consecutive five-star designation for treatment of sepsis (2016-18)
- Second consecutive Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award – top 10 percent in the nation (2017-18)
- Second consecutive five-star designation for treatment of respiratory failure (2017-18)
- Five-star designation for treatment of gastrointestinal bleed (2018)
- Five-star designation for gallbladder removal surgery (2018)
West Valley also holds a 2017 Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, placing the hospital in the top 10 percent of health care facilities for safety nationwide. This award is announced each spring.