New York, NY-UNS: NYC Health + Hospitals, the nation’s largest public health care system, has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 2026 Top Places to Work in Healthcare, highlighting its commitment to workforce excellence, equity, and patient-centered care.
The recognition places NYC Health + Hospitals among 165 health care organizations nationwide honored for outstanding performance in employee engagement, professional development, workplace culture, and innovation in care delivery. The designation reflects the system’s ongoing efforts to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where clinicians, administrators, and frontline staff are empowered to grow and succeed.
In recent years, the public health system has expanded employee training programs, strengthened workforce pipeline partnerships, and enhanced workplace supports to recruit and retain talent across clinical and non-clinical roles. These initiatives have played a key role in addressing national health care workforce shortages while maintaining high standards of patient care.
NYC Health + Hospitals has also invested heavily in career pathways, leadership development, competitive benefits, and employee wellness programs to promote long-term professional advancement. As New York City’s safety-net provider, the system serves more than one million patients each year, regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
The Becker’s Healthcare recognition underscores NYC Health + Hospitals’ role not only as a critical provider of care, but also as a leading employer dedicated to building a strong, diverse, and resilient health care workforce.

