About Workforce
California’s shortage of health care workers is severe. Statewide, more than 22% of Californians live in an area without enough primary care providers. There, patients often face a health care system lacking enough nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and others. California needs to add 500,000 new allied health care professionals such as medical assistants, imaging specialists, and more. Closing the gap will require partnership among employers, workers, policymakers, colleges, licensing entities, and others.
Health Workforce Initiatives
CHA is hosting this webinar with the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) to share initiatives and grant opportunities to support the health care workforce.
HRSA Awards Funds for Teaching Health Center Planning and Development Program
The Health Resources and Services Administration has awarded nearly $23 million to 46 grantees to plan and develop Teaching Health Center residency programs in community-based settings.
Loan Consolidation Deadline for Physician Public Service Loan Forgiveness Extended Through 2023
The U.S. Department of Education has updated guidance for its public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) program to clarify that eligible borrowers should consolidate their loans into direct government loans by the end of 2023. The previously stated deadline was May 1, 2023.
Implementing the State Retention Pay Program: Updates and Operational Support
The state retention pay program represents an important step our state is taking toward recognizing the invaluable contributions of California’s health care workers.
Health Information Exchanges and the Data Sharing Agreement
Join CHA’s Trina Gonzalez along with Andrea Frey, associate at Hooper, Lundy & Bookman, PC, as they break down everything you need to know to ensure the successful execution of your hospital’s DSA.