Saint Alphonsus Health System, a leading regional healthcare provider and member of Trinity Health, is proactively addressing Idaho’s critical healthcare staffing shortages by introducing a comprehensive student recruitment and loan repayment program. In partnership with Clasp, a leader in retention-driven recruitment, Saint Alphonsus will offer substantial loan repayment assistance to early-career healthcare professionals who commit to long-term careers within the health system.
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The financial burden of education is a significant barrier for many entering the healthcare field. Nationally, nurses graduate with an average student loan debt of $40,611, doctors face an average debt of $188,317, and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists often accumulate more than $200,000 in student loan debt.
To attract and retain top talent in this challenging environment, Saint Alphonsus is offering meaningful loan repayment contributions over a three-year employment period for various critical roles including Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists , nurses, surgical technologists, and radiologic technologists.
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“At Saint Alphonsus, we recognize the significant financial burdens that many new healthcare professionals face upon entering the workforce,” said Brooke Thrasher, Saint Alphonsus Chief Human Resources Officer. “By offering substantial student loan repayment assistance, we aim to alleviate this burden, attract top-tier talent, and ensure that our communities continue to receive exceptional care.”
Clasp’s structured loan repayment program provides a unique option to address financial challenges, offering healthcare professionals an alternative way to support their career and achieve personal goals.
“Clasp is dedicated to bridging the gap between education and employment,” said Tess Michaels, CEO & Founder of Clasp. “Through our partnership with Saint Alphonsus, we’re making it possible for dedicated healthcare professionals to serve where they’re needed most, without the overwhelming weight of student debt.”
This initiative underscores Saint Alphonsus’s commitment to investing in its workforce and ensuring the delivery of high-quality healthcare services across Idaho and its neighboring regions.
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