Jobs and Careers
Welcome and thank you for your interest in a career opportunity at Summa Health.
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Summa Health is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families, commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.
Summa Health
Summa Health – headquartered in Akron, Ohio – is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the state. Our system now encompasses a network of hospitals; community-based health centers; a health insurance entity (SummaCare- see below); a multi-specialty group practice; an entrepreneurial entity; and research and medical education. We have served millions of patients in comprehensive acute, critical, emergency, outpatient and long-term/home-care settings.
SummaCare
Proudly serving our friends and neighbors since 1993, SummaCare is Summa Health’s community health insurance partner, with offerings to meet the needs of Medicare beneficiaries, individuals and families and employers of all sizes who are seeking affordable health insurance and benefit administration services. To apply, visit our current opportunities and include "SummaCare" in your keyword search.
Current Employees
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Jobs at Summa
Summa Health has more than 8,500 employees, representing a wide range of jobs. At such a large healthcare organization, career opportunities can take many forms, from clinical positions, such as nurses and surgeons, to technical jobs, like phlebotomists, to a number of administrative and professional roles. Whether you are a recent graduate or have years of experience, we have a position for you. Click below to explore current job opportunities.
Why Join Summa Health
At Summa Health, our employees have passion. For quality. For growth. For a healthier tomorrow. Our employees’ abilities allow us to be an organization that not only improves the health and wellness of our community, but serves as an economic engine that fuels the city for growth. And as an organization, we have long understood that our employees’ contributions are what drive our success and allow us to fulfill our mission. That’s why we continue to invest in our employees and provide opportunities for job training and growth, while supporting them with competitive compensation.
Benefits
We offer our employees a comprehensive and rich benefit package, retirement savings plan with match, and numerous other offerings including wellness and tuition reimbursement, all designed to invest in our employees as individuals and protect their physical and financial wellness.
Equal Opportunity
Summa Health is an employer that promotes Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals.
Career Development Program
We offer individuals the opportunity to explore the healthcare industry and our organization, through several career development and educational programs.
Excellence in Employment
Summa Health is proud to be consistently recognized by local and national organizations for our efforts and contributions to our community for 22 years.Getting to Know Summa
At Summa Health, we have a diverse and talented community and we celebrate the impactful work our employees do every day.Getting to Know Summa showcases the wide range of roles and responsibilities of employees throughout the health system and the impactful work our employees do every day.
Get to Know James Lake
Get to Know James Lake, art therapist in the Summa Health Behavioral Health Institute. James explains how art therapy differs from talk therapy and discusses why the Juve Family Behavioral Health Pavilion makes Summa Health so unique.
Getting to Know Wendy Michl
The Clinical Access Center is often the front door of the health system. Meet patient access liaison Wendy Michl and learn more about her role in the patient experience.
Getting to Know Dave Priganc
Get to know Dave Priganc, proud Steelers fan and Vice President of Performance Management at Summa Health.
Getting to Know Sarah Doty
Get to know Sarah Doty, a development consultant in the Human Resources department. Sarah began her career as a high school math teacher and explains how she applies her teaching experience to her role supporting the development of Summa Health employees.
Getting to Know Spiritual Care Services
In this Getting to Know Summa, members of the Spiritual Care Services team share the personal experiences that led them to pursue chaplaincy and discuss one of the most common misconceptions of their work
Getting to Know Steve Getch
As a production specialist at Summa Health, Steve Getch supports nearly 5,000 multimedia projects a year. Get to know Steve and learn about his favorite project and what has kept him at Summa Health for over 30 years.
Getting to Know Vana McGonigal, PT, DPT
Get to know Vana McGonigal, PT, DPT, a physical therapist at the Kohl Family YMCA. Vana tells us how she applies physical therapy to her everyday life and gives her best advice for improving mobility.
Getting to Know Charlene Wright
Getting to Know Christopher Dobbs
Getting to Know Dr. Aaron Palmer
Get to know Dr. Aaron Palmer, a neurosurgeon at Summa Health. Hear how his father inspired him to pursue a career in surgery and why he has a special place in his heart for treating brain tumors.
Getting to Know Jacob Myers, OT
Get to know Jacob Myers, OT, an occupational therapist at Summa Health Barberton.
Getting to Know Jennifer Green
Getting to Know Michelle Evans, MSN, APRN, NP-C
Get to Know Michelle Evans, MSN, APRN, NP-C, Summa Health's Sepsis Program Coordinator.
Getting to Know Mylinda Carson
Getting to Know Officer Morris Smith, Jr.
Get to know Officer Morris Smith, Jr., protective services officer at Summa Health Barberton.
Getting to Know Rathna Shenoy
Getting to Know Rella Rotondo, RD, LD
Get to know Rella Rotondo, RD, LD, registered dietitian in the Summa Health Cancer Institute.
Getting to Know Sara Terwilliger
Get to know Sara, a cook at Summa Health Barberton.
Getting to Know Shawn Heimann
Getting to Know Summa Care Member Experience
Get to know the Member Experience department at SummaCare.
Getting to Know the Health Equity Center
Getting to Know Jason Casey
Getting to Know Mike Amonett
Getting to Know Supply Chain Purchasing
Hear from Our Employees
Want to hear first-hand what it’s like to work in various careers? Explore the videos below to watch Summa Health employees share their experiences.
Environmental Aide (EVS)
Medical Assistants
Patient Access Liaison
Patient Transport
Respiratory Therapists
Summa Police - Protective Services
New Employee Resources
Leadership Competencies
Explore the skills, traits and strategies that define effective leaders at Summa Health.
Summa Quick Reference
Get acquainted with key information at a glance. Explore our quick reference guide.
Delegated Caregiver Orientation Manual
Access delegated caregiver orientation information.
Connect with a Summa Health Recruiter
Thank you for your interest in a career at Summa Health. Submit your information below and one of Summa Health’s talent specialists will reach out to address your questions.Please note: This form is not an application for employment. The information provided will be added to Summa's Talent Community and may be used to contact you for future career opportunities, organizational news and related communications. Please visit our job listings to view current job openings and to apply.
Summa Health is an employer that promotes Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals. Summa Health welcomes and encourages individuals from all walks of life to share their unique perspectives in the workplace.