Introduction
COMTEX is a new not-for-profit Shared Services Corporation governed by its own Board of Directors and managed by an on-site Chief Operating Officer. COMTEX was established by the Mount Carmel and OhioHealth Systems to provide high quality, cost effective laundry and linen service functions for their respective organizations and others. In cooperation, and with the support of the City of Columbus, this bold joint venture brings two superior healthcare providers together to establish a state-of-the-art processing plant and service provider within the City limits of Columbus.

In the spirit of cooperation between Mount Carmel, OhioHealth, the City of Columbus, and COMTEX, this document is offered as a foundation for decisions being made with regard to the transition of staff from Mount Carmel and OhioHealth to COMTEX.

These "Guiding Principles" are intended to encourage fair and equitable hiring and decision making at COMTEX for all its employees, including those that are selected by COMTEX to transition from Mount Carmel and OhioHealth.