Is MedStar Health a good company to work for?

MedStar Health has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 1,893 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has increased by 2% over the last 12 months. 77% of employees would recommend working at MedStar Health to a friend and 72% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about MedStar Health have been left by employees working as Clinic Assistant , Patient Care Technician and Physician Assistant .

Does MedStar Health pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, MedStar Health employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at MedStar Health. This rating has improved by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at MedStar Health?

77% of MedStar Health employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated MedStar Health 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.9 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at MedStar Health?

Registered Nurse (127) , Medical Assistant (43) , Registered Nurse, BSN (35) , Physical Therapist (31) , Manager (23) , Administrative Assistant (22) , Physician Assistant (22) , Nurse Practitioner (18) , Physician (17) , Clinic Assistant (16) , Director (16) , Patient Services Coordinator (15) , Certified Nursing Assistant CNA (13) , Office Assistant (13) , Patient Care Technician (11)

What are the pros of working at MedStar Health according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits are great and competitive" ((in 227 reviews)); "Good pay and doing something meaningful for patients" ((in 80 reviews)); "Most of the staff was friendly and helpful." ((in 52 reviews)); "Great coworkers are great." ((in 51 reviews)); "People and because it’s a fairly large organization; the ability move around while staying under the MedStar umbrella is great." ((in 46 reviews))

What are the cons of working at MedStar Health according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and lack of team recognition" ((in 104 reviews)); "Low salary( compared to market salary)" ((in 30 reviews)); "Manager was not open to new ideas at all and wanted to run the department like the 1800s." ((in 29 reviews)); "No work life balance at corporate office" ((in 24 reviews)); "3. Upper management is absent and rarely communicates with staff directly." ((in 23 reviews))

What are employees saying about MedStar Health layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about MedStar Health layoffs and their outlook for job security at MedStar Health in 2026.

What are the top reviewed MedStar Health locations?

Washington , Baltimore , Columbia , Leonardtown , Olney , Clinton , White Marsh , Rosedale , Arlington , Silver Spring , Annapolis , Waldorf , Nottingham , Hyattsville , McLean , Brandywine , Bel Air , Ellicott City , Rockville , Elkridge , Bethesda , Chevy Chase , Southern MD Facility , Upper Marlboro , Timonium , Alexandria , Bowie , Lanham , Maryland City , Mitchellville

MedStar Health reviews

3.9

77% would recommend to a friend

(1,774 total reviews)

Kenneth A. Samet

85% approve of CEO

72% positive business outlook

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MedStar Health has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 1,774 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The MedStar Health employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.5 stars).

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2K reviews

1.0

Aug 7, 2025

URGENT CARE TC

Clinical team coordinator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Unlimited over time, ability to pick up at different locations

Cons

Management is HORRIFIC, typical large hospital system problems...only concern is profit, no concern for employees doing the actual work. Very limited promotability. Don't work with their Urgent Cares.

MedStar Health Response

10mo

We appreciate your feedback and insight. It's truly disheartening to read these comments, and we're sorry to hear about your disappointing employment experience. If you’re willing to share additional details about your experience, please fill out our anonymous associate feedback form: MedStarHealth.org/AssociateFeedback. We appreciate your feedback and are always interested learning how we can provide a better associate experience. – MedStar Health Community Manager

3.0

Aug 5, 2025

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Registered nurse

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good job security, management was good

Cons

Difficult to get raises unless picking up shifts and through differentials

MedStar Health Response

11mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're glad to hear you value the job security and management support. However, it’s disheartening to hear that you aren't satisfied with all aspects of your employment. We want to share your concerns with the most appropriate leaders on our team. If you’re willing to share additional details about your experience, please fill out our anonymous associate feedback form: MedStarHealth.org/AssociateFeedback. We appreciate your feedback and are always interested learning how we can provide a better associate experience. – MedStar Health Community Manager

4.0

Aug 5, 2025

medical director

Physician - medical doctor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good benefits, good PTO, support

Cons

less pay for doctors based on specialty

MedStar Health Response

11mo

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you appreciate the benefits and support we provide. We will also pass along your feedback regarding compensation to the most appropriate leaders. Thank you for choosing MedStar Health! - MedStar Health Community Manager

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