Why landing a doctor's appointment is such a headache — especially in rural America
There's a shortage of healthcare workers across the US. Martin Barraud/Getty Images US hospitals are facing critical shortages of healthcare workers. 85% of rural hospital execs struggle with local hiring, especially preventive care. Are you a healthcare worker or struggling to find care? Reach out to allisonkelly@businessinsider.com . Hiring in Corporate America may be sluggish, but hospitals are scrambling for talent. It's a rare bright spot in a jobs landscape with limited openings, widespread hiring freezes, and an increasingly frustrated workforce. It also presents a major challenge for the medical field . For patients, it means longer waits at the doctor's office and appointment headaches. For clinics, it means they can see fewer patients, jeopardizing their bottom line. A new report from the healthcare education platform Covista found that hospital leaders are falling noticeably short in filling positions across the US — especially in roles people seek o...
