Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

The purpose that guides our work and the values we share remind us of the importance of connection and gratitude. This season, we reflect on the meaningful moments that bring us together at home, in our communities, and across our ministry. Wishing everyone a safe and peaceful Thanksgiving. #HappyThanksgiving #Hellohumankindness

Looking for your next opportunity in healthcare? Join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, a member of CommonSpirit, for a Virtual Hiring Event — and connect directly with recruiters hiring across Kitsap, King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties! Medical Assistants and LPNs - We’d love to meet you! 🔗 Register now: https://ow.ly/WaNi50Xr7KT 💬 Meet 1:1 with local recruiters 🏥 Opportunities across hospitals and clinics in Western Washington 🛋️ Attend from anywhere — no commute needed! #VMFHCareers #Healthcareheroes #CommonSpiritHealth #hellohumankindness

This holiday season, we’re celebrating the incredible generosity and compassion of our teams and community partners who continue to make a difference in the lives of others. Franciscan Medical Group team members came together to collect more than 500 lbs of food for the Auburn Food Bank—ensuring local families have a meal to share this Thanksgiving. Cheri Robinson, a grateful heart surgery patient at St. Joseph Medical Center, returned this year as Mrs. Claus to deliver cookies and cheer to the care team who helped save her life. And a heartfelt thank you to Tacoma Police Department, Liz Ann Johnson Elder Law, and our community partners for their generous donations to our NICU families—from handmade blankets to books and snacks that bring comfort during long hospital stays. Each of these moments is a reflection of our shared mission of humankindness—lifting others through care, compassion, and connection. 💫 #VMFH #VirginiaMasonFranciscanHealth #HumankindnessInAction #CommunityGiving #HolidaySpirit #HealthcareWithHeart #GivingBack #EmployeeSpotlight #HealthcareCommunity

We honor those who have shown humankindness through their selfless service. To the courageous individuals who have given so much, we are deeply grateful. Your dedication and sacrifice inspire us all. Thank you for your service. #VeteransDay #Hellohumankindness

Thank you to everyone who made the 2nd Annual Cardiovascular Symposium a success! We're grateful to all the health care providers who joined us on October 4th at the Hyatt Regency Seattle for a day of learning, collaboration and advancing cardiovascular patient care. A special thanks to our expert speakers from the Center for Cardiovascular Health who shared cutting-edge insights and research, the attendees who engaged with the content and everyone who contributed to making this educational event possible. Your participation and dedication to advancing cardiac care strengthen our entire medical community. We look forward to continuing these important conversations and seeing you at next year's symposium!

Join us for the 23rd Annual T. Evans Wyckoff Lecture in Neuroscience on October 24 at Virginia Mason Medical Center! This year's topic will cover tackling the delay to ALS diagnosis and how we can do better. At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to: • Review the consequences of ALS diagnostic delay • Recognize various factors that contribute to delayed diagnosis Early and accurate diagnosis of ALS is critical for patients and families. This Grand Rounds lecture brings together healthcare professionals to advance our understanding and improve patient outcomes. Grand Rounds is fee-free. Register today at https://ow.ly/Bnms50XgCEp.

Looking to stand out in your healthcare career? Robert Farrell, Senior Executive Recruiter, shares this tip: “Never give the answer you think the interviewer wants to hear..” 👉 What’s the best professional development advice you’ve received? Share below! #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #HealthcareCareers #RecruitmentTips #CommonSpiritHealth #VMFH

Congratulations to Dr. Howington, Acting Executive Medical Director for the Center for Cardiovascular Health at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, on receiving the 2025 College of Medicine Outstanding Alumnus Award from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center! This prestigious honor recognizes Dr. Howington's exceptional contributions to medicine and healthcare leadership throughout his distinguished career. Thank you, Dr. Howington, for your dedication to excellence in cardiovascular medicine and for bringing your expertise to our patients!

Structural Heart and Valve Disease Fellowship applications are now open! Earlier this year, we announced the launch of a new Structural Heart and Valve Disease Fellowship at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health’s Center for Cardiovascular Health, set to begin in July 2026. We are now taking applications. This advanced, one-year training program is designed to provide fellows with the clinical and surgical skills to excel in a cardiovascular career. Fellows will be mentored and directly supervised by structural heart, interventional cardiology, cardiac anesthesia, and cardiac surgery faculties. Learn more about eligibility, curriculum and how to apply at https://ow.ly/zMxi50XaNOp

This World Mental Health Day, we honor the courage of our caregivers, patients, and communities as we continue working toward a future where everyone has access to compassionate mental health care. 💚 #WorldMentalHealthDay #HealthcareWithHeart #CommonSpiritHealth #VMFH #MentalHealthAwareness