PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, Wash., has announced a series of job cuts and cost-cutting measures designed to support the long-term financial viability of the organization.
PeaceHealth St. Joseph leaders spent the previous six months internally identifying ways to reduce annual operating expenses by roughly $9 million. Officials said this effort was in response to state budget cuts, reduced reimbursements for healthcare and a weak economy.
As a result, the hospital will lay off 17 non-nursing employees, while 33 other employees accepted early retirement earlier this year. Taking into account a partial hiring freeze and work redesign, a total reduction of 81 full-time equivalent positions will go into effect.
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PeaceHealth St. Joseph leaders spent the previous six months internally identifying ways to reduce annual operating expenses by roughly $9 million. Officials said this effort was in response to state budget cuts, reduced reimbursements for healthcare and a weak economy.
As a result, the hospital will lay off 17 non-nursing employees, while 33 other employees accepted early retirement earlier this year. Taking into account a partial hiring freeze and work redesign, a total reduction of 81 full-time equivalent positions will go into effect.
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