South Shore Health System lays off 50 employees

WEYMOUTH, Mass. — South Shore Health System in Weymouth has announced that 50 employees are being laid off and another 40 open positions will not be filled citing "expense reduction strategies."

The company is comprised of South Shore Hospital, South Shore Medical Center and several other specialized medical practices.

“I guess I’m a little overwhelmed and sad I don’t want to see anyone losing their job," a long-time nurse who did not want her identity revealed, said. “We always felt in the past that not only did we get raises, nobody was laid off so we felt safe in that aspect so this year it was a little bit of a shock not to get a raise.”

A letter from company leaders said the problem stems from a series of recent changes including the state's decision to increase Health Safety Net obligations, federal cuts to Medicare rates and changes to commercial insurance reimbursements.

"This was a very difficult decision, as it impacts colleagues who have given their time and talents to South Shore Health System.  They have represented our Health System well and we are grateful for their service," a letter sent from the company said.

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