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10/7/2025
NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED TO ATTRACT HEALTHCARE TALENT TO ARIZONA
A Collaborative Initiative to Address Arizona’s Healthcare Workforce Challenges
The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s Healthcare Collaborative is proud to announce the launch of Healthcare Careers in Phoenix, a new website in partnership with Visit Phoenix. This initiative supports a cross-organizational recruitment strategy aimed at addressing Arizona’s healthcare workforce shortage and is the first of its kind in the U.S.
This unified platform, available at healthcarecareersphx.com, is designed to attract health care professionals from across the nation. Targeted promotional campaigns will focus on experienced health care workers outside Arizona, highlighting the numerous health care opportunities, career growth prospects, quality of life, and relocation resources available in Phoenix.
“At the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering innovation through strategic partnerships and implementing employer-driven workforce development solutions,” said Jennifer Mellor, chief innovation officer at the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation. “It is through collaboration and forward-thinking initiatives that we drive meaningful impact across the Greater Phoenix region and beyond.”
The Healthcare Careers in Phoenix microsite is the result of a collaborative effort between six major health care organizations, including Banner Health, CommonSpirit Health, HonorHealth, Phoenix Children’s, Sonora Quest Laboratories, and Valleywise Health, in partnership with Visit Phoenix. The impact of this initiative will be measured through tracking click-throughs to employer websites and other data-driven results that will be used to refine and enhance recruitment strategies.
“We’re thrilled to launch this initiative that promotes health care careers beyond Arizona’s borders. This is about more than recruitment — it’s about showcasing Phoenix as a destination where health care professionals can grow their careers, enjoy an outstanding quality of life, and make a real difference,” said De Anne Russell, system vice president, talent acquisition at CommonSpirit and chair of the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s Healthcare Workforce Collaborative. “By working together, we are expanding access to talent that will sustain Arizona’s health care system for years to come.”
“This launch is a testament to what’s possible when health care leaders work together around a shared commitment to community,” said Zachary Sullivan, director of talent acquisition and compensation at HonorHealth, and chair of Healthcare Careers in Phoenix. “By expanding access to career pathways, we’re not just filling roles — we’re investing in people, strengthening families, and building a more resilient future for Arizona. It’s collaboration with purpose, and it’s exactly what our region needs.”
The Healthcare Workforce Collaborative has been recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other chambers across the country for its innovative approach. This joint effort offers several benefits, including the creation of a dedicated website and a targeted media campaign to attract healthcare workers nationwide, as well as an enhanced candidate experience with centralized resources.
“We’re honored to partner with the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s healthcare collaborative on the launch of Healthcare Careers in Phoenix,” said Ron Price, president and CEO of Visit Phoenix. “This website will help attract top healthcare talent and further position Phoenix as a leader in healthcare, technology, and beyond.”
The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation is excited about the potential of this initiative to make a significant impact on Arizona’s health care workforce. For more information, please visit healthcarecareersphx.com or contact Melissa Leasher at mleasher@phoenixchamber.com.
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About the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation
The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation convenes and catalyzes business, education, and community to enhance college and career readiness, develop a more robust workforce, and build healthier communities throughout Arizona. The Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, leads the charitable and education initiatives of the Greater Phoenix Chamber under the four pillars of education, workforce development, wellness, and research. For more information, visit https://phoenixchamberfoundation.com.