Cibolo Health and OHT Workforce Solutions have announced a collaboration aimed at strengthening workforce capabilities within rural hospital networks.

This partnership is expected to provide member hospitals with access to a larger pool of qualified medical professionals, addressing the critical staffing needs faced by rural healthcare facilities.

OHT Workforce Solutions will become the exclusive staffing provider for Cibolo Health's clinically integrated networks, through the partnership.

The initiative is set to streamline the recruitment process, promote workforce stability, and ultimately lead to improved patient care in these communities.

Cibolo Health and OHT Workforce Solutions aim to address the persistent challenge of workforce shortages in the healthcare sector.

Cibolo Health CEO Nathan White said: “Our mission at Cibolo Health is to strengthen rural healthcare by fostering collaboration and integration among hospitals.

“By partnering with OHT Workforce Solutions, we are ensuring that our network hospitals have access to a reliable pipeline of skilled professionals, ultimately improving healthcare delivery in rural communities.”

The collaboration between Cibolo Health and OHT Workforce Solutions is also aimed at creating a sustainable staffing solution for hospitals across the nation.

OHT Workforce Solutions, with its focus on customised staffing strategies, will cater to the specific needs of rural hospitals, ensuring that these healthcare facilities can concentrate on delivering quality patient care.

OHT Workforce Solutions president Brian Rahman said: “This partnership aligns perfectly with our mission to support rural healthcare facilities by providing top-tier staffing solutions.”

Cibolo Health's role in assisting independent facilities to form integrated networks and shared administrative services is crucial in addressing the obstacles these hospitals encounter.