Hospital top Clark County employer, reflects statewide trend
Community Mercy Health Partners once again tops the list of major employers in Clark County, a trend local economic development leaders said mirrors the rest of the state. The other biggest employers are public schools, local and federal government, and area colleges, along with service industry businesses like Assurant. The Chamber of Greater Springfield regularly monitors and updates the list of companies with more than 100 employees as a way to track employment trends in the region. Decades ago, manufacturing firms provided the bulk of jobs in the region, according to local officials. But in recent years the region has become more diversified.
Learn MoreMercy Health equips physicians for leadership
Catholic Health World has run a story on Leadership in Medicine that features Mercy Health. Among those interviewed was Dr. Paul Buchanan, who serves as Chief Medical Officer for Springfield Regional Medical Group.
Learn MoreSpringfield Regional Medical Center awarded Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Center
Springfield Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. The Gold Seal of Approval® and the Heart-Check mark represent symbols of quality from their respective organizations.
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