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St. Vincent HealthcareLife`s Calling | Green Badge Count | | 15 | | Green Badge Value: | | 321 |
http://www.svh-mt.org 
EcoStar Award Winner 2008Modern medical technology has been integrated into our commitment to provide care for the sick, to respect life, to serve the poor, and to provide compassion and charity for all who need it. St. Vincent is the only hospital in the region that is nationally recognized for outstanding services in Cardiology, Orthopedics, and Stroke Care. St. Vincent also offers progressive specialty services in Neurology, Oncology, and Women`s Services. Additional Green Directory ListingsGreen Badges | Reducing waste
reason Reuse of some single use devices alone diverts nearly 3 tons of waste from our local landfill each year.
Sterile items and kits that are expired or opened and not used are sent to an FDA approved third party vendor to be repacked, resterilized, and reused instead of being thrown out.
Sterile items and kits that cannot be repackaged and re-sterilized are collected in our Distribution Warehouse and donated to local, national, and international organizations to assist in meeting the needs of the underserved, such as Hurricane Katrina relief, over-seas medical missions, and non-profit organizations.
Reusable drink mugs are available both in the cafeteria and in our Bistro. To promote purchase, the first refill is included with the purchase price of the mug.
Regulated medical waste at SVH (excluding sharps) is sterilized prior to transport and disposal at the local landfill. This sterilization process reduces the volume of the waste by 50%. We process an average of 12,000 gallons per month.
To date in calendar year 2008 SVH has shredded/recycled 25,000 lbs of paper.
|  | Using organic products
reason Use of all-purpose cleaners and waxes with the Green Seal certification by our Environmental Services Department. |  | Reducing toxic emissions
reason Installed a state-of-the-art steam sterilizer for medical waste, we eliminated the use of an onsite incinerator, which contributed significant amounts of air pollution. We use low sulfer diesel fuel for out generators and boilers and have installed an oxygen trim on the boiler controls in order to increase efficiency and reduce carbon monoxide emissions.
Conversion from glutaraldehyde to ortho-Phthalaldehyde (OPA) for high level disinfection; OPA is much less hazardous than glutaraldehyde.
Implementation of computed radiography and picture archive computer systems have eliminated nearly all of the wet chemical processors (16 of 18) that were previously used for developing x-ray film. The chemicals used in the wet processors were hazardous.
SVH is 99% mercury free and has been for at least 6 years. The remaining 1%, which is necessary, is carefully collected and properly disposed of in order to prevent it from entering our waste stream.
SVH complies with Montana’s Universal Waste Regulations.
SVH eliminated the use of Xylene within our organization.
|  | Conserving natural resources
reason We conserve water by using micro-fiber mops instead of the traditional loop style mop and bucket saving 70,000 gallons of water per year at SVH. We have installed toilets and shower heads that reduce water use. In 2009, a well will be installed on campus to subsidize water usage through local utilities. |  | Conserving energy
reason Replaced windows with low ultraviolet, high-efficiency panes with additional tinting for energy efficiency. Installed new roofs with additional insulation. New heating and cooling systems and new variable air volume air-handlers. New high-efficiency lighting, indoors and out, and numerous rooms have motion sensor light switches so lights are turned off automatically when there is no activity in the meeting rooms and offices. We have also replaced energy consuming air dryers for medical air with new state of the art filters which require no power. |  | Little or no packaging used
reason We re-use packaging materials, such as packing peanuts, plastic, and paper rather than disposing of it and purchasing new.
Food services packages candy and to-go food in paper and other packages that limit waste and encourage protecting the environment.
|  | Recycling program
reason According to recently-implemented tracking, SVH has recycled 95 tons of cardboard in CY 2008 thus far, at a rate of approximately 700 lbs per day.
At least 100 lbs of paper per week is reused (scratch-pads). 25,000 pounds have been shredded and recycled.
Our current formal pick-up service estimates 25 pounds of aluminum per month. Significant amounts may be recycled beyond this, but the amounts are unknown. Aluminum is one of our key initiatives for growth in CY2009 so monitoring and measuring this volume should be in place by this time next year. Significant amounts of plastics are recycled but the amount is unknown. Tracking methods are being implemented
Significant amounts of steel are recycled but the amount is unknown. Tracking methods are being implemented
17,100 newspapers sent for recycling per year
100 lbs. of house hold batteries recycled per year
810 printer/toner cartridges recycled per year
500 lbs. of fluorescent lights recycled per year
All cooking grease is picked up by a recycling company
All food scraps are composted
Approx 50 gallons of used oil recycled per year(100% of what we use)
36 cell phones recycled this year through Foster Grandparent Program
Single use devices recycled: two tons reused and not sent to the landfill
775 pounds of electronics/ e-waste recycled
Surplus food is packaged and provided by food service weekly to AIDS patients in Yellowstone County. Food is also provided to other charities on an occasional basis.
$211,422 worth of medical supplies & equipment recycled by giving to underserved medical facilities.
SVH sponsored a garage sale to sell surplus items rather than disposing of them. Money raised is used to fund future recycling projects.
245 nkjet cartridges for inkjet printers recycled per year |  | Donating to non-profits
reason St. Vincent Healthcare provided $1,112,841 worth of cash and in-kind contributions to area non-profit organizations as part of our community benefit commitment. Contributions included service on community boards and task groups, community health improvement grants, sponsorship of non-profit organization events, and supply and equipment donations. |  | Improving the health of community
reason Our mission statement calls us to improve the health of the individuals and communities we serve, expecially those who are poor or vulnerable. St. Vincent Healthcare provided $17, 357,222 of benefit to our community last year. This includes unsponsored care, the cost of caring for people who cannot afford care and the unreimbursed costs associated with Medicaid, as well as the cost of healthcare education, research, community health improvement and more. St. Vincent Healthcare has a rich tradition of moving far beyond our front doors to improve the health of our community, our state and our broader world. That mission is more important than ever as we work with partners to respond to the increasing need of people who are uninsured, to advocate for healthcare reform, and to keep our community healthy by focusing on prevention. |  | Employee educational subsidies
reason St. Vincent Healthcare provides financial support to employees who wish to further their formal education. Specific eligibility criteria must be met. A variety of scholarship programs may be offered to provide financial support to employees, and in some cases their eligible children. |  | Childcare for employees
reason St. Vincent Healthcare provides on-site child care for employees and members of the medical staff. Rates are consistent with other community providers. |  | Incentive program for biking
reason To encourage the use of alternative transportation St. Vincent healthcare provides conveniently located bike racks and ensures well maintained sidewalks around campus. We provide a centralized car pooling coordinator who matches interested employees together. We promote car pooling regularly in employee newsletters and e-mail and occasionally offer incentives to employees for using alternate modes of transportation. |  | Paying living wages to employees
reason St. Vincent Healthcare treats employees respectfully and justly. This responsibility includes: equal employment opportunities for anyone qualified for the task regardless of race, sex, age, national origin, or disability; a workplace that promotes employee participation; a work environment that ensures employees safety and well-being; fair wages with annual market assessments; benefit packages for full and part time employees and qualified family members including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and retirement plans. St. Vincent also provides a wellness and employee assistance program. Additionally, the organization offers child care on site for employees and medical staff members and offers tuition assistance to employees. |  | Employee benefits program
reason St. Vincent Healthcare offers a comprehensive Benefit Program to ensure our ability to recruit qualified applicants from around the country. Our benefit package also helps us in retaining our current staff.
Health and Wellness Benefits
We offer a choice of benefit options for full-time and part-time employees, and their eligible family members. In addition to services that are medically necessary, our plans cover wellness related screenings and prescription drug costs. Vision benefits are available to help pay for routine exams, glasses, and contact lenses.
Dental Benefits
We offer a choice of benefit options for full-time and part-time employees, and their eligible family members. Our plans cover preventative, basic, and major restorative services, as well as orthodontics.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax payroll deduction for your out-of-pocket healthcare and dependent daycare expenses is available to eligible employees.
Individual and Family Support Life Insurance
All eligible full-time and part-time employees receive a core level of group term life insurance coverage at no out-of-pocket premium cost. Additional levels of life insurance as well as Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available. Life insurance coverage also includes provisions for living benefits, family-oriented benefits and waiver of premiums. Long Term Disability coverage can help you meet day-to-day living expenses by continuing part of your pay during a period of disability. Eligible employees may choose from a variety of coverage options.
Employee Assistance Program
St. Vincent Healthcare offers an Employee Assistance Program with professional counselors and physicians to assist employees and their immediate family members with personal issues.
Wellness
Wellness is an important part of your health. St. Vincent offers a variety of programs to assist in your pursuit of wellness. Some examples are: Discounted membership fees at participating local fitness centers, Health education classes Massages, Exercise classes Health plan covers preventive screenings.
Time Off Paid
Time Off is an accrual of benefit hours to cover holidays, vacation days and personal days. Employees have options available to elect a cash-out of hours as well as donate hours to other employees. Extended Illness is an accumulation of hours designated for use by the employee for his/her own extended illness.
Retirement Benefits
A Defined Contribution Plan is provided for employees who meet specific eligibility criteria. This Plan provides a basic contribution for all participants as well as a matching contribution for those participants who have elected to contribute towards their retirement via our Employee Retirement Savings Plan. All employees may contribute a portion of their pay to a 403(b) program through pretax payroll deduction. On-site financial counselors are available to assist employees with their investments into this plan.
Child Care Resources
St. Vincent offers an on-site licensed child care facility to assist employees with their daycare needs.
Education and Training Tuition Assistance
St. Vincent Healthcare provides financial support to employees who wish to further their formal education. Specific eligibility criteria must be met.
College Scholarship Program
A variety of scholarship programs may be offered to provide financial support to employees, and in some cases their eligible children.
Other Benefits St. Vincent Offers
A variety of other benefits through discounts for certain services as well as on-site services for the convenience of the employee. Some examples include: cafeteria discount, pharmacy discount, guest services offers a variety of on-site services for your convenience. Movie ticket purchases, film drop-off and dry cleaning drop are just some examples of these services. |  | Using sustainably produced material
reason
- Environmental Services uses all-purpose cleaners and waxes with the Green Seal certification.
- St. Vincent Healthcare’s letterhead is 100% steam post consumer FSC qualified paper.
- As more green products become available in the medical supply chain, we continue to explore the use of those products as replacements/substitutes for current less “green” products.
- Food Service uses 100% FSC qualified paper and uses recycled napkins in the Cafe and Bistro.
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