The US job market in 5 numbers — and what it means for healthcare

Becker’s Hospital Review – Monday, May 18, 2026
By Kristin Kuchno

The U.S. job market is not weak — but it is slow, marked by stagnant hiring and a shrinking workforce, The Washington Post reported May 18.

However, healthcare is one industry that has remained in growth mode as other industries continue to cut jobs and halt hiring. Healthcare employment increased by 37,300 in April, exceeding the 12-month average of 32,000 new hires. Hospitals added 4,300 jobs in April, while ambulatory healthcare services added 18,200.

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