Responsibilities And Liabilities In Healthcare Settings

Equal Employment Opportunity LawsNameCourseTutor’s NameDateAbstractThis section provides guidance in ensuring compliance with equal employment opportunity laws, respecting the unique characteristics of each individual and protecting individuals from discrimination. Compliance with non-discrimination laws requires compliance with State and federal laws that protect individuals from discrimination. The organization believes that everyone should be treated equally regardless of characteristics that are protected under non-discrimination laws. The organization has established a disputer reporting procedure as well as a mechanism for addressing discrimination complaints.The Purpose of the PolicyThe purpose of the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy is to ensure every individual is treated equally without regard to race, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, national origin, native language, religion, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic that protected by law. The policy is intended to prevent, remedy, and advance equal employment opportunities by providing a mechanism for filling and addressing complaints CITATION Cou07 \l 7177 (Countouris, 2007).Definitions Discrimination: Discrimination against someone means to treat that person differently, or less favorably, for any reason. Individuals are protected from discrimination based on race, gender, religion, national origin, physical