All DEM providers and staff are required to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and ethical behavior in advancing the missions of the UW SMPH. You can download a printable copy of the code of conduct here.
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Integrity & Accountability
In all decisions, employees are guided by doing the right things at the right time and in the right place.
- Accepts responsibility for one’s actions, honors commitments and communicates truthfully in all interactions
- Protects the confidentiality of DEM and colleagues
- Models and encourages high ethical standards
- Completes work on time, in accordance with expectations and in an excellent manner
- Seeks or accepts guidance when needed
- Follows and supports organizational and departmental policies
Respect & Excellence
DEM values differences among individuals and groups and encourages feedback.
- Acknowledges, honors and values diverse backgrounds, perspectives and cultural differences
- Leverages unique talents and viewpoints of others
- Seeks common ground to resolve conflicts
- Gives constructive feedback in a respectful manner
- Actively supports DEM’s mission, vision, values and strategic goals
- Consistently achieves superior results and delivers the highest service while inspiring others to do the same
- Improves performance by actively seeking feedback, coaching and mentoring
- Promotes continuous learning for all
- Is courteous, honest and respectful in all interactions; Projects a positive, friendly, image of self, team and DEM
Innovation
DEM prides itself on finding new and betters ways to enhance quality.
- Appropriately searches for and implements new ideas and methods to improve service and cost effectiveness
- Takes initiative for completing work assignments more effectively and efficiently by using new ideas and methods when appropriate
- Continuously monitors results for further process improvements
- Willingly and effectively adapts to change