Skip to nav Skip to content
Careers Life At Chkd Child Life Team Zoo Visit

Life at CHKD

More than a job — it’s a mission. Join a team that delivers Health, Healing, and Hope in a culture built on support, growth, and purpose.

Search All Jobs

CHKD Health System operates Virginia’s only freestanding, full-service children’s hospital and its pediatric practices, multi-service health centers, and urgent cares throughout southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. Over 4,300 clinical and non-clinical employees make up Team CHKD, all working together to provide health, healing, and hope to nearly 425,000 local children.

CHKD's Mission and Values

Our Mission 

Health, Healing, and Hope for All Children

Our Statement of Values

CHKDHS is guided by the following values:

  • Excellence in Quality of Care and Service
  • Teamwork and Communication
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Personal Responsibility and Stewardship of Resources
  • Creativity and Innovation           
Our Culture

A Culture of Excellence 

CHKD Health System is committed to fostering a "Culture of Excellence" for its patients, families, and colleagues. Throughout the organization, we promote collaboration, engagement, and empathy among team members, creating a kind, supportive, and safe workplace environment where employees want to spend their careers. At CHKD, it is our goal to create an atmosphere where every team member feels valued, heard, supported, and included. 

Engaging with the Team 

Through our “Engage U” initiative, employees are encouraged to provide feedback, ask questions, and drive change by participating in employee-led councils. Additionally, team members have opportunities to engage directly with senior leadership through monthly Roundtables and quarterly Town Halls. 

Encouraging Career Growth 

At CHKD, we believe in the continuous growth and development of our team. To support this, we offer training and educational opportunities, including the Leadership Journey program for people managers, which is designed to enhance leadership skills. Additional professional development opportunities are also available to all employees. 

Recognizing Excellence 

CHKD acknowledges the dedication of individual employees and teams who consistently exceed expectations. Recognition is offered through various department and system-wide awards, and for team members beginning with their 10-year anniversary at an annual formal celebration to honor their contributions. 

Supporting Our Military Community

Located in one of America’s largest military communities, CHKD is a V3 Certified Hospital, dedicated to supporting our nation's active, reserve, and veteran military service members and their families. We take pride in not only caring for the children of those who serve, but also in offering a range of opportunities for military spouses and veterans to advance their careers. Through flexibility and a supportive work environment, we’re pleased to provide a career home for their exceptional talents, however long they’re stationed in Hampton Roads. For more information, contact TalentTeam@CHKD.org.

Our Commitment to Health

CHKD Health System is committed to the health and well-being of our patients, our families, our visitors, and our staff. Read More.

CHKD surgeons with smiley faces drawn on their surgical masks.

New Employee Resources

New employees are required to attend New Employee Orientation. Some may be required to attend orientation programs extending up to four days depending on their role within the health system. Read more for more information on orientation requirements at CHKD.

EXCEL-lent People Work Here

CHKDHS recognizes and rewards the achievements and contributions of employees who exhibit exceptional performance in the workplace and exemplify the organization’s strong commitment to Excel Service Standards. 

Coastal Va Norfolk Stock

Living in Coastal Virginia

CHKD Health System is headquartered in the heart of Coastal Virginia. Known as Hampton Roads to area natives, there’s something for everyone to see, hear, visit, or experience in this incredible community.

Hampton Roads fully embraces its diverse population of local citizens, including a robust military population, as well as the many tourists that visit each year. Residents enjoy a wide range of outdoor recreational activities as well as local attractions like Colonial Williamsburg, the Virginia Beach oceanfront, Busch Gardens, the Virginia Aquarium, the Virginia Zoo, multiple water parks, and minor league sports teams.

CHKD’s 40+ facilities are spread throughout southeast Virginia and northeast North Carolina, an area known for its excellent schools, close proximity to healthcare, and family-friendly activities - all within a few hours of Washington DC, the Outer Banks, the mountains of western Virginia, and the Eastern Shore of Maryland.