Washington County ranked second healthiest employer in Oregon

WASHINGTON COUNTY Ore. (KPTV) – The Portland Business journal recognized Washington County as one of Oregon’s healthiest employers this year.

This will be the ninth time in recent years that the county has received recognition in the pool of organizations ranging from 1,500 to 4,999 employees.

This achievement acknowledges the organization’s continued commitment to the health and wellness of their employees.

Washington County has developed and equipped an award-winning wellness program that provides employees with a wide range of resources in the realm of employee health.

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The support initiative equips employees with healthcare benefits as well as access to virtual health assessments, vaccination clinics and healthcare workshops.

By participating in the program, staff can also collect points that qualify them for a lower premium share for health insurance benefits.

“I’m extremely proud of Washington County’s wellness program because it addresses employee health in a very caring and holistic way, with a wide range of supportive services,” said Lisa Takach, Washington County’s chief human resources officer.

“Whether it’s meeting emergent needs of first responders following a critical incident or working day-by-day to build a culture where healthy habits are prioritized, our program demonstrates the range of the County’s commitment to employee wellness,” Takach added.

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