UNC Health
As one of the leading academic health systems in North Carolina, UNC Health offers a competitive benefits package designed to promote the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of its employees. With comprehensive medical coverage, retirement options, educational assistance, and generous time-off policies, UNC Health supports its team members both on and off the job. These benefits reflect a long-term commitment to building a strong, supported workforce across the state.
There are a wide range of benefits across the UNC-health system, depending on where you work and if your hospital started as a UNC-health location, or has recently become one. We’ve tried to provide some information on the most commonly found benefits.
What comes with being a state-employee?
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Choice between TSERS (state pension plan) and ORP (401k-type plan)
Multiple Additional savings options through 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.
Mandatory employee and employer contributions.
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Multiple medical plan options, including high-deductible and co-pay plans. More info here
Access to UNC Health providers with discounted in-network services.
Dental and vision plans available.
Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
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Generous vacation and sick leave accruals based on years of service.
Paid parental leave available for birth or adoptive parents.
Holiday pay for state-observed holidays.
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Tuition waiver and educational assistance programs.
Access to the State Health Plan and wellness programs.
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) and health savings accounts (HSAs).
Employee discounts, commuter benefits, and credit union access.