St. Vincent Slashes Budget and Jobs

By: KARK 4 News

Updated: November 21, 2012

A spokeswoman for St. Vincent Health System confirms the hospital group has laid off 29 people.

The move is part of its plan to slash $12 million from its budget.

The healthcare provider employs about 3,000 people.

It is currently discussing a shared services agreement with UAMS.

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