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Asante To Cut Hundreds Of Jobs

Hospitals in Medford, Ashland and Grants Pass will remain open, officials say.

Southern Oregon’s largest health care provider is preparing for major changes as Asante Health System works to close a projected $50 million budget gap.

The health system announced it expects to eliminate more than 300 jobs in the coming months, with many of the cuts focused on non-clinical positions. Some clinical departments may also be affected.

Despite the reductions, Asante says its hospitals…