Mass General Brigham has initiated its second round of layoffs to address a projected budget shortfall of $250 million over the next two years. Laid off positions mainly target management and administrative roles within the health care system, which employs over 82,000 people, making it a significant employer in the state. These layoffs occur against a backdrop of turmoil in the local health care sector and contribute to enduring challenges, including workforce shortages and potential Medicaid funding cuts, generating mixed reactions from employees and patients.
"The layoffs primarily targeted management and administrative roles, and were the largest in the company's history."
"The health care system's attempt to close a projected $250 million budget shortfall over the next two years prompted the layoffs."
"The ongoing challenges facing the local health care sector include workforce shortages and concerns over potential Medicaid funding cuts, which could further threaten stability."
"Reader reactions to the layoffs were almost evenly distributed in a poll, indicating varied personal impacts among healthcare workers and patients alike."
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