What's NEW Too Hospitals Fill Management Positions Quicker in 2009 In 2009, hospitals spent 16 fewer days filling management positions than during 2008. According to a survey of 161 hospitals recognized by the American Hospital Association, hospitals needed an average of 99 days to fill management positions in 2009. In 2008, hospitals spent 115 days. This study counted the days from the date the position became vacant, until the date it was filled with a permanent replacement. Bruce Nielsen, FACHE, president of NHG said the results of this study serve as an indicator of the continued slowdown of the economy. “We surmise, with fewer managers retiring in 2009, the relatively few management positions which became available were quickly taken by managers seeking advancement, relocation, etc. Susan Silver, executive vice president of NHG, added, “with the aging and subsequent retirements of thousands of Baby Boomers, healthcare facilities are going to be faced with the need to find a large number of capable interim managers, directors and executives while conducting a search for a permanent replacement. Thanks to NHG’s longevity and reputation for dependable service, we will be positioned to handle this tremendous growth. Previous Page You might have found this page searching for: Interim Healthcare Executive