For many health care employers, finding enough surgical technologists (STs) has never been more trying. According to a 2022 survey, 83 percent of health care executives named a shortage of surgical techs as a staffing problem. Even when STs can be found, because of low pay, burnout and competitor signing bonuses, there’s no guarantee they’ll […]
HASC is pleased to welcome Lara Khouri, who joined Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital as chief executive officer in February. Previously, she was president and chief operating officer of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). In her time at CHLA, Khouri oversaw all strategic, operational and administrative functions. Highlights of her impact include high-water marks for CHLA’s […]
Communities Lifting Communities (CLC) and HASC are pleased to present the 2026 Health Care Scholarship Program. The program aims to help create a more diverse health workforce by providing financial assistance to students employed at HASC member hospitals. Special consideration is given to those from communities historically underrepresented in health care. Background Hospitals across the […]
HASC is pleased to welcome Ruby Gill, DNP, MBA, RN, senior vice president and area manager, Kaiser Permanente (KP) San Bernardino County Service Area, and Adam Thunell, chief executive officer, Redlands Community Hospital (RCH). Gill, who assumed her role in January, oversees health plan and hospital operations and partners with the area medical director and […]
On Feb. 25, I had the opportunity to participate in a panel discussion at the 2026 Economic Forecast, hosted by the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC). I was honored to join an outstanding group of leaders, including Martha Santana-Chin of L.A. Care, Dr. Christina Ghaly of Los Angeles County Health Services, Castulo de […]
California hospitals continue to face persistent workforce shortages, rising labor costs and increasing pressure on clinical operations. These challenges make it critical for hospitals to access reliable, cost‑effective staffing solutions that support both patient care and financial sustainability. To help address these needs, HASC partners with Healthcare Workforce Logistics (HWL) through the SoCal Works program […]
As we start the new year, I have the great pleasure of introducing HASC’s 2026 board members. Once again, we’re facing another extremely challenging year — so it’s encouraging to see these dedicated hospital leaders doubling down on their commitment to keep improving patient care and the health of our communities. The highly experienced executives […]
HASC Workforce Development would like to raise awareness of two workforce initiatives currently underway in Orange County, and request our members’ support and participation as we work diligently to find solutions to the county’s health care workforce shortages. First, we are partnering with Orange County United Way to produce a comprehensive workforce report. The report’s […]
HASC has released a new Comprehensive Behavioral Health Environmental Scan conducted with Health Management Associates. The report provides an updated look at behavioral health needs, system pressures and areas of progress across Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. The scan confirms that behavioral health needs continue to rise across the […]
HASC members, enrollment is now open for the 2026 HR Survey Program. The program includes surveys on Non-management, Management and Executive Compensation; Labor Union Penetration; Employee Benefits; and Workforce. Please enroll by Friday, Jan. 30, at Salarity.org. Report Fees As a HASC member, you receive the HR Survey Program as a benefit. Members pay no […]