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https://www.staffingindustry.com/editorial/staffing-stream/the-shifting-demands-in-allied-healthcare-what-you-need-to-know

Currently, there's high demand for imaging and rehabilitation professionals, especially CT techs, while demand for lab services is at a 20-year low.

Post-COVID, the surge in healthcare needs, particularly in imaging, has created both challenges and opportunities, requiring quick and effective staffing solutions.

Working with a staffing agency could assist in filling these employment gaps within healthcare facilities by providing a diverse candidate pool that adapts to the fluctuation in demand for these professionals.

The shifting demands in allied healthcare: What you need to know Allied health professionals are indispensable in delivering comprehensive patient care. Staffing companies must bridge the gap between demand and supply, ensuring that clients have the skilled professionals they need.

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https://www.staffingindustry.com/editorial/staffing-stream/our-healthcare-system-deserves-more-dynamic-staffing-solutions-

The healthcare industry is facing a critical staffing shortage, with over 6.5 million professionals expected to leave by 2026 and only 1.9 million replacements. This crisis leads to stress, burnout, and lower standards of care. To address this, healthcare facilities need innovative strategies like flexible work models and locum tenens (temporary assignments).

Locums offer cost savings, specialized skills, and flexibility. By partnering with staffing agencies, facilities can effectively recruit and onboard locums, ensuring high-quality patient care and reducing burnout.

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Our Healthcare System Deserves More Dynamic Staffing Solutions The healthcare industry faces daunting challenges when it comes to closing staffing coverage gaps, but locums are a valuable solution.

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/02/15/2829835/0/en/Healthcare-Staffing-Market-to-Reach-65-92-Billion-by-2030-Owing-To-Increasing-Demand-for-Qualified-Healthcare-Professionals-Says-Coherent-Market-Insights.html

This article discusses a report by Coherent Market Insights on the Global Healthcare Staffing Market, highlighting its growth from a value of USD 36.89 billion in 2022 to a projected USD 65.92 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 7.6%.

The market includes services such as travel nurse staffing, allied healthcare staffing, per diem nurse staffing, and locum tenens staffing, which address staffing needs in healthcare facilities.

Healthcare Staffing Market to Reach $65.92 Billion by 2030 Owing To Increasing Demand for Qualified Healthcare Professionals | Says Coherent Market Insights Burlingame, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coherent Market Insights published a report, titled, Global Healthcare Staffing Market, By Service Type...

It's National CNA Week! 🏥

Thank you, to all of the dedicated and hard working Certified Nursing Assistant's in the healthcare industry. We appreciate your invaluable service and thank you for being the heart of healthcare! 😊

🌷 Happy June 🌷

As we welcome the new month and start of summer, it is the perfect time to explore new opportunities, and we are here to connect you with amazing roles to excel your career.

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https://stories.butler.edu/butler-university-launches-innovative-nursing-program-to-address-workforce-shortage-meet-future-needs-of-healthcare/

Butler University is addressing the critical need for nursing professionals by launching a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Starting fall 2025, this program offers direct admission and a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the dynamic healthcare industry.

Butler University Launches Innovative Nursing Program to Address Workforce Shortage, Meet Future Needs of Healthcare – Stories Campus Butler University Launches Innovative Nursing Program to Address Workforce Shortage, Meet Future Needs of Healthcare Program will start in August 2025, offering courses that focus on technology's role in healthcare, working with underserved patient populations, and holistic patient care. May....

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-13-aha-celebrates-national-hospital-week-releases-new-resources-hospitals-health-systems

The American Hospital Association (AHA) is celebrating National Hospital Week from May 12-18, 2024. To support the event, AHA has released a digital toolkit and social media graphics to help hospitals highlight their services and staff. A "We Are Hospitals" video is also part of the initiative, showcasing the vital role of hospital workers in their communities.

AHA celebrates National Hospital Week, releases new resources for hospitals, health systems | AHA News Each year, America’s hospitals and health systems deliver 3.5 million babies, care for 32 million people admitted to hospitals, employ 6.3 million people and provide emergency care for 137 million people.

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-become-travel-nurse-salaries-avoid-burnout-contract-gig-work-2024-1

💚Kicking off on May 1 is Mental Health Awareness Month!💚

Check out this article from Business Insider highlighting how a Travel Nurse avoids burning out and maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

A millennial travel nurse explains how he makes over $100,000 a year and avoids burnout A travel nurse earning over six-figures per year says the flexible schedule has helped him avoid burnout.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/04/15/6-strategies-to-support-healthcare-professionals-mental-health/?sh=6d62728d8035

The COVID 19 pandemic has taught us the importance that healthcare workers have to society. It is crucial to recognize and take action towards supporting and improving the mental health resources for healthcare employees.

Take a look at this article written by Forbes highlighting some strategies to support the mental health of healthcare workers.

Council Post: 6 Strategies To Support Healthcare Professionals' Mental Health Front-line healthcare workers experience unique workplace stressors, which requires their employers to find ways to best support their mental health.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Healthcare industry is expected to grow by 28% by 2028.

An industry with growing demand, we expect to see an increase in job openings.

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https://hbr.org/2024/02/why-the-tech-industry-wont-disrupt-health-care

Even though technology has shaken up many industries, our healthcare system is standing strong

Read this insightful article from the Harvard Business Review about how teaming up with tech companies is a must for progress. Partnerships and programs that use digital tools are the way forward. Combining physical and digital aspects, doctors and tech experts can make healthcare better for everyone.

Why the Tech Industry Won’t Disrupt Health Care At first glance, it looks like health care in the United States is ripe for disruption. Digital technology advances have the power to help address the shortcomings of care delivery: It costs too much, its quality isn’t what it could and should be, and millions of people live hundreds of miles from...

https://www.cbsnews.com/minnesota/news/robots-in-health-care-hutchinson-hospital/

Hutchinson Health in Minnesota has introduced an AI-powered robot named Spencer to tackle workforce shortages. Spencer's main role is delivering specimen lab work, allowing healthcare staff to focus on critical tasks. Since 2018, Spencer has proven valuable, prompting consideration for more robots. The CEO of Relay Robotics notes that healthcare professionals appreciate the efficiency and reliability of these robots, addressing workforce challenges. Hutchinson Health involved the community in naming the robot, choosing "Spencer" as a portmanteau of "specimen" and "dispenser."

Meet Spencer, Minnesota's first robot health care worker A Minnesota hospital is fighting workforce shortages by adding a robot to its staff.

March is Women's History Month! 💪🌷 👩‍⚕️

We are honoring the remarkable women in the healthcare industry who inspire change, lead with compassion, and make a profound impact on lives every day.

Happy Monday!

The healthcare industry is one of the fastest and most stable industries in the United States with signs of growing even more in the near future.

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https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2024/02/14/2828940/0/en/Healthcare-Staffing-Market-To-Reach-USD-65-1-Billion-By-2032-DataHorizzon-Research.html

🌐 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 🌐

Healthcare staffing plays a pivotal role in addressing the global shortage of qualified medical professionals, ensuring patients receive optimal care. 🌍 Healthcare staffing firms connect facilities with professionals, including physicians, nurses, and administrative staff, on both temporary and permanent bases.

🚨 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗜𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 🚨
The imbalance between the demand and supply of healthcare staff is escalating, emphasizing the need for highly qualified professionals. Recruitment teams are playing a crucial role in ensuring the right match for each patient's unique needs, promoting safety during treatment.

Healthcare Staffing Market To Reach USD 65.1 Billion By 2032 | DataHorizzon Research One of the predominant factors behind the surge in healthcare employment is technology....

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/02/07/the-beginning-of-a-shift-how-healthcare-is-reorganizing-itself/?sh=65d2313b2f33

This article written by Forbes discusses four significant signs indicating the imminent reorganization of the U.S. healthcare system towards a more patient-centric future:

☑️Mobile Medicine Ascendance: The integration of digital and mobile technologies, such as telemedicine, health apps, and wearables, is expanding healthcare access, empowering patients, and shifting towards continuous, data-driven wellness management.

☑️New Age for Medication Development: The pandemic accelerated medical advancements, giving patients a sense of empowerment and choice in navigating treatment options. This shift may alter the traditional patient-healthcare system relationship.

☑️Rise of Private Sector Leadership: Private sector entities are taking the lead in healthcare delivery, with trends like retail clinics, on-demand healthcare services, and technology giants entering the healthcare arena, influencing accessibility and affordability.

☑️AI Solutions: Artificial Intelligence (AI) holds the potential to enhance diagnostics, streamline administrative tasks, and optimize treatment plans, potentially reducing administrative burden and allowing healthcare professionals to focus more on patient care.

Council Post: The Beginning Of A Shift: How Healthcare Is Reorganizing Itself The pandemic forced our slow-changing and bureaucratic system to innovate rapidly, adopt new technologies and rethink how care is delivered.

https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/american_heart_month.htm

❤️In honor of this February, the CDC released this article stressing the importance of remaining educated on heart health.❤️

Specifically, they emphasize the disparities that are seen in heart health in women compared to men as well as race, ethnicity, and other factors.

American Heart Month 2024 Toolkits | cdc.gov Share resources, graphics, and messages about CVD.

https://newsroom.heart.org/news/american-heart-month-2024-brings-renewed-focus-on-cpr-urgent-need-for-nation-of-lifesaversTM

Tomorrow is February 1st, which means it's the start of ❤️❤️❤️

The American Heart Association's survey reveals increased willingness among bystanders to respond to cardiac emergencies due to heightened CPR visibility. Despite a rise in confidence (35%), only 39% are familiar with conventional CPR, and 23% with Hands-Only CPR.

With less than half of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims receiving immediate CPR, the Association aims to bridge the gap by building a "Nation of Lifesavers™." During its centennial year, the organization urges individuals, families, organizations, and communities to learn CPR through online videos, at-home kits, courses, and workplace training.

American Heart Month 2024 brings renewed focus on CPR, urgent need for Nation of Lifesavers™ DALLAS, Jan. 30, 2024 — A new survey conducted by the American Heart Association, which is marking one hundred years of service saving lives, suggests that increased visibility of the need for CPR has had a positive impact on someone’s willingness to...

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/finance/veterans-health-administration-employs-far-less-administrative-staff-private-health-sector

🩺Recent Healthcare News🩺

In 2023, healthcare Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings reached their highest level in the past five years, with 79 filings having liabilities of $10 million or more, a 1.7-fold increase from 2022 and more than three times that of 2021.

The surge was led by senior care and pharmaceutical sectors, with a notable increase in hospital bankruptcies, reaching 12 filings in 2023. The report from Gibbins Advisors anticipates ongoing distress in the healthcare sector in 2024, citing factors like cost pressures, low pay rate increases, high interest rates, and the unwinding of Medicaid continuous enrollment.

Veterans Health Administration employs far less administrative staff than private health sector, study finds The healthcare system’s private sector could learn a thing or two about efficiency from the government’s Veterans Health Administration, which employs about 30% less administrative staff across cli | The government health program's simplified payment system helps keep its payroll lean, as oppose...

🥇This week, we are celebrating National CRNA Week🥇

Acknowledging the invaluable contributions of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists to healthcare. Your unwavering commitment to ensuring safe and proficient anesthesia care significantly enhances patient well-being. Commending CRNAs for their exceptional impact on a daily basis!

https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/2024/01/5-ways-support-mental-wellbeing-2024/
January is Mental Wellness Month!🤩

It is important to recognize that our mental well being is directly correlated to our physical health. Read this article by mentalhealthfirstaid.org to read some ways you can participate this winter in practicing mental well being!

5 Ways to Support Mental Wellbeing in 2024 - Mental Health First Aid January is Mental Wellness Month – the perfect time to recharge and prioritize your mental health, while encouraging others to do the same. With studies showing that almost half of adults (46.4 percent) will experience a mental health challenge during their lifetime in the United Sates, your commi...

https://www.reuters.com/world/us/biden-admin-announce-independent-contractor-rule-that-could-upend-gig-economy-2024-01-08/
The Biden administration is set to release a final rule making it harder for companies to classify workers as independent contractors. The rule emphasizes treating economically dependent workers as employees, potentially reducing flexibility for workers and facing legal challenges, with critics citing concerns about negative economic impacts.

What could this mean for contract workers in the various industries like healthcare? Click the link to read the full article.

Biden administration to unveil contractor rule that could upend gig economy The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden will release a final rule as soon as this week that will make it more difficult for companies to treat workers as independent contractors rather than employees that typically cost a company more, an administration official said.

We are kicking off 2024 by celebrating Medical Travel Month! ⚕

Medical Travel Month is used to educate and raise awareness for high quality medical care/treatment if it is not available or affordable locally. This includes, both domestic and international travel for Americans who have been affected by the rising healthcare costs and loss of insurance due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

#2024

https://www2.staffingindustry.com/Editorial/Healthcare-Staffing-Report/Dec.-14-2023/Allied-staffing-revenue-to-contract-after-trending-up-in-first-half-of-2023
💥Year end recap for the Healthcare Staffing Industry💥

The US allied healthcare staffing market witnessed a 6.4% increase in temporary staffing revenue during the first half of 2023, with a 13.7% year-over-year rise in billed hours according to SIA’s 2023 US Allied Healthcare Staffing Benchmarking Survey. Despite a projected 3% contraction this year, the market had grown by 50% to $12 billion from 2021 to 2022.

Respiratory therapists, imaging technologists, and surgical technologists dominated revenue, making up half of the total, while survey respondents noted a 6.5% decrease in bill rates from H1 2022 to H1 2023.

Allied staffing revenue to contract after trending up in first half of 2023 US allied healthcare staffing revenue grew in the first half of 2023, although it’s set to contract for the full year, according to research by SIA.

https://medcitynews.com/2023/09/the-gigification-of-healthcare/

Healthcare, facing high turnover and shortages post-pandemic, is adopting gig economy-inspired strategies to enhance workforce engagement.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts over 2.6 million healthcare jobs added by 2031. The "gigification of healthcare" emphasizes flexibility and autonomy, with three key strategies: leveraging mobile apps for scheduling and communication, adopting flexible work arrangements and instant payments, and offering growth-based perks and benefits. The sector's shift towards gig economy principles aims to address burnout, attract talent, and ultimately improve patient care.

The Gigification of Healthcare By leveraging technology and strategies used within the gig economy—and even tapping into the talent pool of gig workers themselves—healthcare organizations can address staffing shortages, retain and motivate more workers, and ultimately deliver better patient care.

The Holidays can be a crazy time for everyone. So, now is the perfect time to start thinking about your next assignment! ❄⛄🎄

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https://www2.staffingindustry.com/Editorial/Healthcare-Staffing-Report/Oct.-12-2023/US-healthcare-staffing-normalizing-this-year-SIA-forecast-says

Check out this Healthcare Staffing Report written by the Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

The healthcare staffing sector, estimated at $68.7 billion in 2022, thrived during the Covid-19 pandemic but is now shifting focus from pandemic-related care to addressing tight labor markets. While travel nursing is projected to contract by 30% in 2023, per diem nursing is expected to decrease by 8%, and locum tenens is forecasted to grow by 12%, highlighting ongoing dynamics in response to workforce challenges in the healthcare industry.

US healthcare staffing normalizing this year, SIA forecast says While the pandemic boosted growth in healthcare staffing for the past three years, demand today is more about tight labor markets, turnover and attrition.

🍂🦃 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂

On behalf of MedStaff Alternatives, we hope everyone has a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving.