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Webinar: A Strategic Approach to Locums During Challenging Financial Times The real ROI of locums goes far beyond filling shifts. When used strategically, locum tenens providers protect patient care, safeguard revenue, and keep organizations financially agile. On Friday, September 19, 2025 at 12:00pm—Join Bob Wolf and Patrick Hinkle, Associate Vice Presidents of Physician & Advanced Practice Solutions with Qualivis, as they share actionable strategies for navigating federal reimbursement policy changes and maximizing the strategic value

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Case Study: Redefining Workforce Partnerships with Qualivis When hospitals and health systems engage a Managed Services Provider (MSP), the goal should be more than filling requisitions — it’s about solving today’s workforce complexity with strategy, insight, and impact. Backed by 28 state hospital associations, Qualivis delivers an integrated platform, LotusOne, plus consultative support that helps health systems cut costs, increase agility, and improve care delivery. See how one Mid-Atlantic academic medical center partnered with Qualivis

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Optimizing Open Shift Management Saint Francis Healthcare partnered with Qualivis to address workforce challenges like a 22% RN vacancy rate and high contingent labor spend. Through innovative solutions and consulting, they’ve streamlined labor management and achieved measurable cost savings. Read full article here. How Jackson Physician Search Ended a Recruiting Dry Spell in Just 17 Days After struggling to recruit a physician associate in Tucson, an ENT practice found a solution thanks to Search Consultant

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Proactively Address Product Shortages with Vizient® Reserve  THIS WEEK! Join us on Thursday, August 7 at 12:00 PM for a 60-minute webinar hosted by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN), featuring Marisa Grimm, Program Services Director at Vizient. Marisa will introduce Vizient® Reserve, a program designed to help healthcare organizations proactively manage and overcome product shortages. Participants will learn how the program provides access to dedicated inventory across essential medications and medical supply categories—along

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Proactively Address Product Shortages with Vizient® Reserve Join us on Thursday, August 7 at 12:00 PM for a 60-minute webinar hosted by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN), featuring Marisa Grimm, Program Services Director at Vizient. Marisa will introduce Vizient® Reserve, a program designed to help healthcare organizations proactively manage and overcome product shortages. Participants will learn how the program provides access to dedicated inventory across essential medications and medical supply categories—along with enhanced

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Solvent Networks Announces Appointment of Four New Board Members

Solvent Networks, the business affiliate of the South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA), is pleased to announce the appointment of four new members to its Board of Directors. These distinguished healthcare leaders bring decades of experience and a shared commitment to advancing innovation, improving performance, and enhancing outcomes for hospitals and health systems across South Carolina.  Jennifer Bair, PharmD, MBA, BCPS Vice President of Pharmacy Services & Chief Pharmacy Officer, Prisma Health Jennifer leads pharmacy strategy

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5 Things Physician Recruiters Can Learn from Watching “The Pitt” “The Pitt” has been widely praised by physicians as one of the most accurate portrayals of medical life today. While fictional, it mirrors healthcare leaders’ real challenges—and reminds us how critical a thoughtful recruitment strategy is. Here are five valuable lessons from Max’s “The Pitt” to help enhance your approach. Read more here. Advancing Sustainability in the Healthcare Sector   Join endorsed partner, Vizient, and the

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13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina Join Palmetto Care Connections for the 13th Annual Telehealth Summit of South Carolina, taking place October 28-30, 2025, at the historic Francis Marion Hotel in Charleston. This premier event brings together healthcare leaders, policymakers, educators, and innovators from across the state and beyond to explore how telehealth is transforming access to care—especially in rural and underserved communities. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and lead the future

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Palmetto Care Connections Releases 2024 Annual Report Solvent Networks is proud to recognize the incredible work of Palmetto Care Connections (PCC) as they unveil their 2024 Annual Report, highlighting a year of impactful progress in advancing access to care through telehealth, broadband, and digital health education. Founded in response to the healthcare access challenges faced by rural and underserved communities, PCC continues to lead with innovation and heart—providing education, infrastructure, and digital literacy support across

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Going Global to Strengthen the Workforce While international recruitment isn’t new, today’s healthcare challenges demand a bold, modern approach. Join endorsed partner, Qualivis, on Wednesday, June 18 at 12:00pm for a session that will introduce a differentiated model that goes beyond simply filling roles, focusing instead on long-term retention through a highly curated global talent pool and meaningful integration into both the health system and the community. Learn how OhioHealth successfully expanded its global reach

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