Healthcare organizations are grappling with a retention crisis that demands immediate attention. A survey by Grant Thornton reveals that 49% of healthcare providers report being understaffed, while the industry faces average turnover rates as high as 128%.
Our guide addresses the key drivers of these challenges:
- The virtual care revolution: Telehealth visits have skyrocketed to 17% of all health visits in 2023. While this offers patients flexibility, it also creates new demands for professionals with skills in digital communication and remote patient monitoring.
- Burnout and work-life balance: The top three reasons healthcare employees leave their positions are a lack of work-life balance, career growth opportunities, and poor leadership. To combat this, organizations must fundamentally rethink their approach to employee well-being.
prepare to uncover
- how to attract top talent in a competitive American labor market
- how will the current compensation trends shape your hiring strategy?
- what impact do local salary trends have on today’s workforce?
The 2026 healthcare salary guide is your essential resource for navigating shifts in the healthcare landscape. It provides crucial compensation data and hiring strategies to help you build and retain a thriving workforce.
what you'll uncover in our 2026 salary guide
Our comprehensive guide compiles data from a wide range of healthcare specialties to give you a detailed view of the evolving US market. Inside, you will find:
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in-demand job market data
Get a granular look at national and regional salary averages for the most sought-after roles, including:
- licensed practical nurse
- patient care coordinator
- telehealth specialist
- office manager
- dental assistant
- medical assistant
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analysis and trends for the year ahead
Beyond the numbers, our guide provides strategic insights into the factors that will drive hiring and retention in 2026.
- Addressing burnout with technology: Discover how employers are investing in streamlined digital tools and AI-powered software to reduce the 38% of burnout attributed to inefficient processes. The guide provides insights on how to create a more efficient and positive work environment.
- The new recruitment playbook: With traditional recruitment falling short, we explore how employers are using creative incentive programs, flexible schedules, and hybrid staffing models to attract top talent. We also examine the value of offering reskilling opportunities, which 62% of healthcare employees consider important when choosing an employer.
- Expanding your talent pool: We provide strategies for leveraging telehealth to expand your workforce beyond geographic boundaries, with a focus on how this can benefit both rural communities and organizations facing staff shortages.
Our guide features contributions from industry experts, offering a comprehensive view of the current and future landscape of healthcare compensation in the US. By understanding these trends, you can build a high-performing team that is ready for the challenges of 2026.
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