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Vitalité Health Network Nears Record Physician Hires
29 Apr
Summary
- Vitalité Health Network has gained 16 physicians so far this year.
- The network hired 545 permanent staff, including nurses, in Q1 2026.
- Vitalité aims to eliminate travel nurses by the end of the fiscal year.
Vitalité Health Network is approaching a potential record for physician recruitment, with a net gain of 16 doctors this year so far. The network's CEO noted this positive trend at a recent board meeting.
During the first quarter of 2026, Vitalité welcomed 545 new permanent employees. These hires include various nursing roles, though the numbers fell short of initial targets. The network has also had success with international recruitment, bringing over 450 foreign-trained nurses since 2022, with a significant portion still employed.
The network is actively working to eliminate its reliance on travel nurses by the close of the current fiscal year. This strategic shift prioritizes integrating local healthcare professionals and new graduates into the system. While 93% of patients are now connected to primary care, approximately 20,000 individuals remain without a doctor.
Recent initiatives highlighted at the board meeting include improvements in pregnancy and postpartum care, and the introduction of an online X-ray booking service.
