Employee Handbook - Baptist Memorial Online

In cases where a potential violation may exist, a thorough investigationwill occur to determine if corrective action is warranted.Compliance infractions are taken very seriously and will not betolerated. Various corporate departments are involved in monitoringand auditing for compliance with laws and regulations todetect and correct any noncompliance and prevent improperpractices. It is the responsibility of each employee to cooperatewith any internal investigation if asked to participate. If complianceissues are discovered, it will result in disciplinary action upto and including termination from employment. Civil penalties asrequired by law also may be imposed.Conflict of InterestAll employees are expected to deal with customers, vendors,suppliers, and/or other business representatives professionallyand ethically. Baptist prohibits any professional conduct that is,has the potential for, or has the appearance of being a conflict ofinterest, regardless of the situation. Any possible violation shouldbe reported to management, human resources, or the corporatecompliance office.Tips, Gifts, and GratuitiesSometimes in the course of doing business, employees may havean opportunity to give or receive gifts from customers, suppliers,or others. Employees are not permitted to solicit and/or acceptgratuities or gifts from patients or guests, unless their executivevice president has approved acceptance of a gift in advance. Thisexcludes flowers and candy or other snack items sent to the patientcare area. Gifts and gratuities from others are restricted inaccordance with the Standards of Conduct Policy above.ParkingDesignated employee parking is provided for all employees. Employeesare expected to park in designated areas only, so patients,guests, and customers are not inconvenienced.Employees are accountable for following all parking guidelinesand regulations. Employees are not permitted to park in handicapspaces unless authorized by security and/or an employeehealth representative. Any access cards must be turned in at thetime of termination along with other property, if applicable.52