Compliance with Professional Codes and Standards
Bridgepoint Health maintains the highest possible standards of practice in patient care, teaching and research, and upholds professional Codes of Ethics and standards.
Conflicts of Interest
The Bridgepoint Health Community maintains a duty of loyalty to Bridgepoint Health. As a result, members must avoid any activities which may involve a conflict of interest or that may influence or appear to influence their ability to render objective decisions in the course of their job responsibilities or other services they furnish to Bridgepoint Health. Where a Member identifies a potential conflict of interest, (s)he must disclose it to the Chief Compliance Officer.
Protection and Proper Use of Corporate Assets
All members of the Bridgepoint Health Community are expected to use Bridgepoint assets for their intended purpose and to take necessary precautions to protect Bridgepoint property.
Confidentiality of Private Information
Members recognize that the provision of health care services generates private patient-related, business and financial information that requires special protection. Members will honour practices to ensure such information is collected and used appropriately and zealously safeguarded.
Fair Dealing with Stakeholders
The Bridgepoint Health community is committed to treating all in an equitable manner. We treat stakeholders with dignity, respect and integrity.
Compliance with Statutes, Regulations, and Rules
Bridgepoint Health keeps abreast with applicable health and related law. We shall continuously and vigorously promote full compliance.
Workplace Health and Safety
We consider the health and safety/security of Bridgepoint Health Community members in all of our activities.
Respect for Environment
Bridgepoint Health strives to protect the environment.
Employment Practices, Human Rights
Bridgepoint Health recognizes that our strength derives from our community. We recognize that a diverse workforce enriches the life experience of patients and all members of Bridgepoint Health Community.
Assault, Abuse and Harassment
Bridgepoint Health has a zero tolerance for any form of assault, abuse, harassment or reprisal.
Mutual Respect
Everyone will be treated with respect. This should be reflected in the attitude, communications and actions of all community members.
* This is a summary document. For details, see the Bridgepoint Health Guide to Interpretation and Application of Code of Ethics document and Code of Ethics Policy available on all patient care units.