Independence Health System

Independence Health System is the largest healthcare system in western Pennsylvania, operating five hospitals and serving a ten-county region. Formed in 2023, it employs more than 7,000 people and works with nearly 1,000 healthcare providers. It is the largest employer in both Butler and Westmoreland counties, making it a major source of clinical and non-clinical jobs in the region.

The system provides comprehensive medical care across a broad range of disciplines, including cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care, maternity services, surgical services, emergency medicine, behavioral health and primary care. Cardiology, orthopedics, palliative care and maternity services are described as flagship programmes with national recognition for quality of care. An extensive network of primary care physicians supports these specialty services.

Independence Health System has been identified locally as a Healthiest Employer in Western Pennsylvania since 2011, and Excela Health, part of the system, has ranked among the nation's Healthiest 100 Workplaces. The organisation has also been recognised as a Community Health Champion by the Hospital and Healthsystem Association of Pennsylvania. Its stated focus is on delivering care close to home for the regional communities it serves.